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1 HINDU UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA A Unique Dimension of Hindu Thought and Traditions CATALOG 2016 Hindu University of America 5200 Vineland Road, Suite 120 Orlando, FL USA Ph Fax info@hua.edu Hindu University of America

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3 Hindu University of America Copyright 2016 Hindu University of America, Inc. All rights reserved. Hindu University of America is incorporated in the State of Florida with a registered office at 5200 Vineland Road, Suite 120, Orlando, Florida Information contained in this handbook is subject to modifications and changes at any time and without any previous notice as per decisions of the University and the concerned Departments. Also all the courses listed herein may not be offered every semester. Please contact the HUA office or HUA website at for current course offerings. All precautions have been taken to insure the accuracy of the information contained in the handbook. However, the Hindu University of America is not liable for any losses/damages arising from any unintended incorrectness. Handbook 3/1/16 3

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5 HUA CATALOG A TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 Hindu University of America Nature and Scope History 10 2 Mission and Goals Mission Goals 11 3 Location and Campus Mailing Address HUA Campus Map 14 4 Organizational Structure 15 5 Accreditation and Affiliations 16 6 Academic Degrees and General Information Authorization Academic Programs Kinds of degree/non-degree programs Advanced Diploma HUA Diploma HUA Fellow Programs Non-Degree Non-Diploma Courses Master s Degree or Advanced Diplomas Doctoral Degree Modes of Instruction Admission Requirements Graduation Requirements Academic Advising Credits for Previous Academic Work Academic Credit Transfer/Waiver Policy Time Periods for Degree & Diploma Programs Academic Calendar Various Kinds of Courses at HUA Online Distance Education Courses On-Campus Courses Intensive Courses Non-credit Courses 27 5

6 Special Courses and Seminars Evaluation and Grading Evaluation Grading Grade Reports Cancellation of Course Registration and Refund of Tuition On-Campus Courses Online Education Courses Intensive Courses Admissions Admissions Procedure Obtaining Application Form Admission Categories Transfer of Credits from HUA to other schools International Students Tuition, Fees & Expenses Application fee Tuition costs Other fees Schedule Payment Procedure Tuition and Fees for Students from Some Selected Countries Other Expenses Financial Assistance Students Health Insurance 33 7 HUA Code of Ethics 34 8 Hindu University of America Core Courses 35 9 Academic Programs in Hinduism Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) in Hinduism Doctoral Degree (Fellow Award) HUA Diploma Program in Hinduism HUA Diploma Program in Gītā Studies Core courses for Graduate (or Advanced Diploma) programs 42 in Hinduism 9.6 Elective courses in Hinduism Courses for Diploma in Gītā Studies Academic Programs in Hindu Philosophies Master s Degree in Hindu Philosophies Doctoral Degree (Fellow) HUA Diploma Program in Hindu Philosophies Core courses for Master s (or Advanced Diploma) and Doctoral 51 (Fellow) Programs in Hindu Philosophies 10.5 Electives for Programs in Hindu Philosophies 52 6

7 11 Academic Programs in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program Doctoral Degree (Fellow) Diploma Program in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation (YPM) Diploma Core courses for Master s (or Advanced Diploma) and Doctoral 57 (Fellow) programs in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation 11.5 Elective courses for Master s (or Advanced Diploma) and Doctoral 58 programs in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation 12 Academic Program in Yoga Education Master s Degree or (Advanced Diploma) HUA Diploma Program in Yoga Education Special Program in collaboration with Amrit Yoga Institute for 65 Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program in Yoga Education 13 Master s Program in Vedic Astrology (Jyotish) Master s Degree program (or Advanced Diploma) in Jyotish Core Courses for Master s Degree Program in Jyotish Academic Program in Ayurvedic Sciences Master s Degree (Advanced Diploma) in Ayurveda Master s Degree (Advanced Diploma) in Ayurveda in 72 collaboration with Kerala Ayurveda Academy Master s Degree (Advanced Diploma) in Ayurveda in 73 collaboration with the California College of Ayurveda Completion of all Ayurveda coursework with HU Academic Program in Divine Music Master s Degree or Advanced Diploma Program Doctoral Degree (Fellow) Academic Program in Sanskrit Master s Degree or Advanced Diploma Program Description of the core courses in Sanskrit Program Elective Courses in Sanskrit Paurohitya Program or Master s of Hindu Divinity Program Master s Degree or Advanced Diploma Program Academic Programs in Sri Aurobindo Studies Master s Degree or Advanced Diploma Program Doctoral Degree Elective Research at HUA 96 7

8 20 HUA Extension Centers HUA Extension Center in Bangalore, India HUA Affiliations with other Institutions Index of Courses 103 8

9 1 Hindu University of America 1.1 Nature and Scope Hindu University (HUA) of America is an educational institution established to serve mainly people of North America by providing a unique dimension in learning and growth. It is a broad-based institution providing many thought provoking insights into all aspects that encompass human existence. The unique insights are derived from the age old accumulated systems of knowledge and practices from what is popularly known as Hinduism - Hindu thought, tradition and culture. The word Hindu in the name of this university signifies an all inclusive and acceptable term by which people adhering to the traditions of Bhārat, i.e. India, settled anywhere in the world, associate and are called by others. It is not the intent of the university to promote any one aspect or any one view or any one practice over the others. HUA strives to present all that is authentically available under such broad terms as Hindu, Vedic, Sanātan, and other similar names or under specific terminology such as Śaivism, Vaiṣṇaivism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Sikhism etc. Thus the words Hindu and Hinduism as used in the university s name and its various documents, have the broadest possible connotation. The primary purpose of the university is to fulfill an ever increasing demand and thirst in the West, as well as in the rest of the world, to learn from what Hinduism and its various systems have to offer in a rigorous, healthy and authentic way. There has been a long felt need for such an institution in the West, and this university meets this pent-up demand. In its broad scope the university provides Hindu perspectives on the existing frameworks of human endeavors in the fields such as religion and spirituality, natural and social sciences, political, economic, educational activities, arts and literature and so on. The university is also meant to provide everyone with a place to look for guidance in understanding difficult issues of the modern global society by examining, researching and studying Hinduism, culture, languages and literature, Yoga, Ayurveda, Jyotiṣh and spiritual disciplines. Hindu University of America welcomes all qualified students seeking to learn about Hinduism and its systems with highly qualified faculty in different areas of studies. Those who already have some exposure to Hinduism through their own heritage will find the university to be an excellent source to get an enhanced understanding of their own heritage and identity. The university provides opportunities at various levels of study. It offers Master s and Doctoral programs to those who hold at least a Bachelor s Degree. It offers 9

10 Diploma and Advanced Diploma, and Fellow programs in select disciplines to all including those who do not hold a Bachelor s Degree but have a requisite background otherwise. It also offers seminars, workshops and intensive courses, varying from a few hours to few days, to all who want to learn and grow without enrolling in any specific degree program. The university undertakes research in areas of its interest. It establishes collaborations with institutions worldwide with similar objectives and missions. The university develops views and articulates them, shedding light on contemporary issues of national and international importance. Other educational institutions, policy making bodies and media will find the university a rich source of information. The university is guided by its mission to provide each student with a liberal education, which unfolds an unlimited potential within the individual. Students of HUA become citizens of the world shaped in universal values and oriented towards a holistic life. 1.2 History Hindu University of America was incorporated in the State of Florida as a religious academic institution in It started offering classes in October Many prominent people were approached for their advice, guidance and blessings. A large number of well wishers contributed during the development concept. Initially, the university operated out of temporary offices in Orlando (Florida) and then from the Tarpon Springs (Florida) area. In 2000, the university acquired a 9.7 acre property with two buildings on it. The buildings were renovated and turned into offices, class rooms, a library and a residential facility. The university received an additional donation of the adjacent property of 2.5 acres from Edith and Robert Grimm. In 2004, a part of the land was cleared to add roads, a parking lot and two prefabricated structures. A small shrine of the Mother Goddess was installed. In October, 2015 HU moved to it s current location at 5200 Vineland Road in Orlando, Florida. A number of academic programs have been developed for HUA students. The first full time residential faculty was added beginning August 2002, another two in late 2003 and early A large number of adjunct faculty members and visiting faculty have supported growth of the various academic programs from throughout the USA, Canada and other countries. A number of collaborative efforts with other institutions have been established to compliment the offerings of HUA. The list continues to grow. The very first extension center of HUA was established in 2002 in Bangalore, India. The first batch of fourteen graduates came out of that Extension Center in December

11 2 Mission and Goals 2.1 Mission The mission of Hindu University of America is to provide learning, research, and training in a broad spectrum of topics related to Vedic/Hindu culture including religions, philosophies, practices, etc. The university aims to promote the catholicity of Hinduism, and to establish harmony among eastern religious thoughts and modern sciences, thereby contributing to better human understanding and global peace. The university is committed to comprehensive and liberal education with a broad curriculum at Master s and Doctoral levels in various areas related to Hindu religion, philosophy, language, and culture, providing the students with a practical base for their spiritual growth. The university fulfills the growing need of modern western society to obtain authentic and unbiased understanding of the vast and rich heritage of Hindu culture, traditions, philosophies, etc. 2.2 Goals Goals of Hindu University of America include Development of comprehensive and liberal education programs at Master s and Doctoral levels which are consistent with its mission. Development of certificate, diploma, advanced diploma and fellow level programs in select areas and special courses for non-formal education. As far as feasible, offering its courses both online as well as on-campus mode (classical class-room style) so that students from anywhere can take advantage of the university offering. Actively seeking out institutions for collaborative arrangements which are beneficial to not only the institutions themselves but to the students as well. Undertaking research, and when appropriate joint research in collaboration with other institutions and researchers, to bring out authentic knowledge from Hindu traditions, literature and concepts and publish results. Establishing itself as the source of authentic and unbiased information. Offering its educational services to temples, ashrams, and other religious spiritual institutions. Establishing a comprehensive library and developing a digital library system. Extending its services to the local community, where such services are needed. 11

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13 3 Location and Campus 3.1 Mailing Address HINDU UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA 5200 Vineland Road, Suite 120 Orlando, FL Ph , Fax Web site HUA Campus The University has its campus in an attractive building in Orlando at the above address. Currently the building houses administrative offices, classrooms, library, Yoga hall, faculty offices and conference facilities. Directions to Campus E. Colonial Drive Start out going west on E. Colonial Dr/US-92 W/US-17S/FL-50 towards Mills Ave. Merge onto 1-4W. Take the Conroy Road exit, Exit 78. Keep right to take the Conroy W. ramp. Merge onto Conroy Rd., turn left onto Vineland Rd. S.R. 408 (East-West Expressway) Head east on FL 408E. Take exit 13 for FL-15/S Conway Rd. Turn right onto FL-15 N/Lake Underhill Rd Continue to follow FL-15 N. Continue onto FL-15 N/E South St. Slight left to merge onto FL-408 W. Take exit 10A to merge onto I-4 W toward Tampa. Take exit 78 for Conroy Rd. Turn right onto Conroy Rd. Turn left onto Vineland Rd. S.R. 528 (Bee Line Expressway) (Coming from Airport) Head north on S Access Rd/Jeff Fuqua Blvd, Continue to follow Jeff Fuqua Blvd. Slight left onto S Semoran Blvd. Take the ramp onto FL-528 W/FL-528 Toll W. Take exit 4 for Florida's Turnpike toward US-17/US-92/US-441/Orange Blossom Tr. Keep right, follow signs for Florida's Turnpike N and merge onto Florida's Turnpike. Take exit 259 to merge onto I-4 E. Take exit 78 for Conroy Rd. Turn left onto Conroy Rd. Turn left onto Vineland Rd. Interstate-4 (Coming from Tampa, FL) Head west on E Zack St toward N Marion St. Turn right onto N Florida Ave. Turn right onto E Scott St. Turn left onto the Interstate 275 N ramp to Ocala/Interstate 4 E/Orlando. Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Interstate 4 E and merge onto I-275 N. Take exit 45B for I-4 E toward Orlando. Continue onto I-4 E. Keep right 13

14 to stay on I-4 E. Keep left to stay on I-4 E. Take exit 78 for Conroy Rd. Turn left onto Conroy Rd. Turn left onto Vineland Rd. Interstate-4 Heading South (Coming from Daytona Beach, FL) Head southeast on S Ridgewood Ave toward Magnolia Ave. Turn right onto FL-400 W/Beville Rd. Slight left onto I-4 W. Take exit 78 for Conroy Rd. Turn right onto Conroy. Rd. Turn left onto Vineland Rd. 3.3 Map 14

15 4 Organizational Structure Hindu University (HUA) of America is a non-profit educational institution, duly incorporated in the State of Florida as Hindu University of America, Inc. It was established in It received the necessary approval in 1993 from the Department of Education, Florida, granting it authorization to offer Master s and Doctoral level programs. Currently it enjoys the Federal tax-exempt status granted as a 501(c) 3 corporation. HUA also has adjunct faculty, including those in the HUA Extension Centers and its affiliated institutions, who are called upon to teach various courses or participate in other academic activities as the need arises. They are located all over North America, India and elsewhere. 15

16 5 Accreditation and Affiliations HUA currently does not have accreditation status. HUA has been enjoying various levels of business relationships with a number of institutions. The number of institutions with which HUA has some level of affiliation has grown over the years and more affiliations are being formed. Right from its inception, HUA has affiliated with the following two institutions 1. Hindu Society of Central Florida, based in Orlando, Florida; and 2. Hindu Temple Society of Florida, based in Tampa, Florida In addition to the above, HUA enjoys the excellent business relationship with the following USA 3. American College of Vedic Astrology (ACVA) - Sedona, AZ 4. Amrit Yoga Institute - Salt Springs, FL 5. Kerala Ayurveda Academy (KAA) - Freemont, CA 6. California College of Ayurveda (CCA) - Grass Valley, CA 7. Vastu Green Building Institute (VGBI) - Fairfield, IA 8. Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (World Hindu Council of America) 9. Yoga Bharati - San Jose, CA India 10. SVYASA for the HUA Extension Center - Bangalore, India 11. Indian Council for Astrological Sciences (ICAS) - Delhi, India 12. Sri Aurobindo Center for Advanced Research (SACAR) - Pondicherry, India 13. Ayurved Sankul - Gujarat, India 14. Paramanand Institute of Yoga Sciences and Research - Indore, India 15. International Center for Cultural Studies (ICCS Pune) - Nagpur, India 16. Dev Sanskriti Vishwa Vidyalay (DSVV) - Hardwar, India 17. Atharva Life Sciences - Gujarat, India 18. Jilar - Ahmedabad, India Other International Locations 19. The Ramakrishna Centre of South Africa (RCSA) - South Africa 20. Hindu Hub (Hindu Business Network and World Institute for Hinduism (WISH) - Singapore 16

17 6 Academic Degrees and General Information 6.1 Authorization Hindu University of America has been authorized to operate by the State of Florida, Department of Education, Commission for Independent Education (previously known as Board of Independent Colleges & Universities), and operates in compliance with the State laws (Section (1)(f), Florida Statute). 6.2 Academic Programs The Hindu University of America offers ten educational programs, which lead to Doctoral and Master s degrees, HUA Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas and Fellow awards. These programs are Hinduism (Master s and Doctoral degrees, HUA Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas and Fellow awards) Hindu Philosophies (Master s and Doctoral degrees, HUA Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas and Fellow awards) Yoga Philosophy and Meditation (Master s and Doctoral degrees, HUA Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas and Fellow awards) Yoga Education (Master s Degrees, HUA Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas) Hindu/Vedic Astrology (Master s Degrees, Advanced Diplomas ) Ayurvedic Sciences (Master s Degrees, Advanced Diplomas ) Divine Music (Master s and Doctoral degrees, Advanced Diplomas and Fellow awards) Sanskrit (Master s Degrees, HUA Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas) Hindu Divinity/Paurohitya/Hindu Chaplaincy (Master s Degrees, Advanced Diplomas) Sri Aurobindo Studies (Master s and Doctoral degrees) 6.3 Kinds of degree/non-degree programs Advanced Diploma These academic programs are designed for students who complete the academic requirements for any of the HUA Master s Degree programs, but do not have a Bachelor s Degree qualification. Such graduates are awarded HUA Advanced Diplomas in the program of their study. If these students earn a Bachelor s Degree or certified equivalent from another academic institution later on, they could be considered for award of an HUA Master s Degree. 17

18 6.3.2 HUA Diploma These academic programs are designed for individuals who are interested in postgraduate learning in specific areas at a level in between Bachelor s and Master s degrees. The Bachelor s Degree requirement is not needed for these programs. The minimum academic requirement for HUA Diploma is 18 credits of academic work. These ordinarily include University Core Courses and Subject Area Core Courses. Individual programs may require a higher level of academic work (more than 18 credits). Please refer to the individual program section of this Catalog for details. Currently, HUA Diploma programs are available in Yoga Education, Yoga Philosophy & Meditation, Hinduism, Hindu Philosophies, Gita Studies, and Sanskrit HUA Fellow Program This academic program is designed for individual scholars who complete the academic requirements for an HUA Doctoral Degree, but do not have an earned Bachelor s Degree qualification. These individuals are awarded the citation of HUA Fellow in the program of their study. If these scholars earn a Bachelor s Degree or certified equivalent from another academic institution later on, they could be considered for an award of a HUA Doctoral degree Non-Degree Non-Diploma /Certificate Program Any of the courses offered by Hindu University of America in any of the programs (including on-campus, online education and intensive courses) may be taken by individuals who may not be interested in any degree or diploma program at HUA. Such persons may not hold a Bachelor s Degree. A prior permission of the instructor is needed to ensure that the persons desiring to take the course have the pre-requisite background required for learning in the course. A student needs to adhere to the same discipline as if following a diploma course. A certificate can be transferred if a student decides to enroll in a program at a later date Master s Degree or Advanced Diplomas Two Options are Available to Master s Students A. Coursework and Thesis Option B. Thesis Only Option Two options are explained below. A student must choose one of the options at the time of admission to HUA. 18

19 A. Coursework and Thesis Option (Regulations for Master s Research Program) All Master s Degree programs require successful completion of at least 30 credit hours of academic work. The Advanced Diploma degree program requires completion of 30 or more credit hours. This includes University Core Courses for 6 or 9 academic credits in Hinduism and Sanskrit, designed to provide a common base of knowledge, values and skills essential to the education of each student upon which individual programs/departments build their specialized programs. These core courses also provide foundations for further intellectual development in the area of these programs. Typically for a Master s Degree, the 30 credits have four major components University Core Courses 6 or 9 credits Core Courses of the chosen discipline at least 9 credits Elective Courses in the chosen discipline 6 or 9 credits Master s Mini-Thesis or 2 additional Electives* 6 credits *Thesis and course-work-only options are available for most of the Master s Degree or Advanced Diploma programs. B. Thesis-Only Option (Regulations for Master s Research Program) This program is designed for students who wish to obtain a Master s degree by doing the thesis work without having to complete coursework. Master s Thesis Requirements 1. A student will choose a thesis topic and get it approved by his/her thesis advisor 2. A student will choose his/her thesis advisor. The thesis advisor must be approved by HUA. 3. The student will carry out research work under the directions and supervision of his/her advisor. 4. The student and his/her advisor will submit to HUA a progress report at least once a semester. All students registered for Master s thesis work need to submit a report every semester for the research work carried out by them during the semester. The student s Master s committee will evaluate this report as Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, and forward to the Academic Affairs Office for student s records. Students getting two consecutive Unsatisfactory grades will not be eligible for any financial assistance or tuition waiver from HUA. 5. A student must complete his thesis in no less than 18 months. 6. The Final Thesis Examination will be conducted by the Master s Committee when the student has completed the research work to the satisfaction of the Thesis Supervisor (or Supervisors) and the Master s committee. As a result of this final thesis exam, the Master s Committee may either approve the 19

20 thesis for award of the Master s degree, or advise the student to carry out some additional research to be included in the thesis. The final thesis exam will be an open exam, announced to other students, faculty and the general public. Fees for these programs are as follows $ per month (after proposal is approved) for a minimum of 18 months to be paid partially or fully in advance Doctoral Degree Two Options are Available to Doctoral Students. A. Coursework and Thesis Option B. Thesis-Only Option Two options are explained below. A student must choose one of the options at the time of admission to HUA. A. Coursework and Thesis Option (Regulations for Doctoral Research Program) All Doctoral Degree (or Fellow Award) programs require successful completion of at least 6 of academic work - 3 of course work and 30 credits for a doctoral thesis. Additional course and/or thesis work may be required by the individual Program or Doctoral Committee. Typical academic credits breakup for Doctoral Degree is as follows University Core Courses 6 or 9 credits Core Courses of the chosen discipline at least 9 credits Elective Courses in the chosen discipline 12 or 15 credits Research Methodology Doctoral thesis at least 30 credits Credits earned for Master s courses at Hindu University of America or at other accredited institutions of higher learning may be counted towards Doctoral Degree requirements also. Please see Credits for Previous Work elsewhere in this Catalog. Regulations for Doctoral Research Program 1. After students have completed at least four HUA courses (or have the equivalent credits transferred to HUA) and the course on Research Methodology (HUC 5004), they need to go through a Doctoral Qualifying Examination (DQE) to be administered by the faculty of the Program in 20

21 which they are registered for the doctoral degree. Qualifying exam guidelines and committee are set by the individual department and approved by the academic affairs office of the University. 2. Students can register for doctoral thesis credits only after they have completed the qualifying exam (DQE) successfully. 3. When students complete the Doctoral Qualifying Examination, a Doctoral Committee will be constituted for each doctoral student. The Doctoral Committee will consist of at least five faculty members. The thesis supervisor will be the chair of the committee. When there are two thesis supervisors, one of them will be the chair and the other co-chair of the Doctoral Committee. This Committee will have at least one member (who has qualifications comparable to HUA faculty) from outside HUA (outside Extension Center host institution, for HUA Extension Center students there). The Doctoral Committee is responsible for supervising the progress and the direction of the student s thesis and the related courses till the completion of the doctoral program. 4. All students registered for Doctoral thesis work need to submit a report every semester for the research work carried out by them during the semester. The student s doctoral committee will evaluate this report as Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, and forward to the Academic Affairs Office for student s records. Students getting two consecutive Unsatisfactory grades will not be awarded any financial assistance or tuition waiver from HUA. 5. A Comprehensive Doctoral Examination will be conducted by the members of the student s Doctoral Committee after the student has completed all the course requirements and at least 12 credits of Doctoral thesis work. The maximum number of thesis credits a student can accumulate before completing the Comprehensive Examination is 18. This Comprehensive Examination will focus on the research work carried out so far, and the proposed additional work for completing the rest of the thesis research. The students are required to take at least 12 of the doctoral thesis credits after the Comprehensive. All recommendations made by the committee during the Comprehensive Examination will be explored by the student for inclusion in the thesis research work. 6. The Final Thesis Examination will be conducted by the Doctoral Committee when the student has completed the research work to the satisfaction of the Thesis Supervisor (or Supervisors), and has been registered for a total of at least 30 credits of Doctoral thesis work of which at least 12 credit hours are after the Comprehensive Examination. As a result of this final thesis exam, the Doctoral Committee may either approve the thesis for award of the doctoral degree, or advise the student to carry out some additional research to be included in the thesis. The final thesis exam will be an open exam, announced to other students, faculty and the general public. The Doctoral thesis must be an original work demonstrating the 21

22 candidate s ability to do independent research in the selected area/topic covering vast existing primary sources and other secondary literature relevant to the field of specialization. As mentioned in the item (6) above, the thesis must be defended in a forum (Final Thesis Examination) consisting of the Committee and open to all interested. B. Thesis-Only Option (Regulations for Doctoral Research Program) 1. A student will choose a thesis topic and get it approved by his/her thesis advisor. 2. A student will choose his thesis advisor. The thesis advisor must be approved by HUA. 3. The student will carry out research work under the directions and supervision of his/her advisor. 4. The students and his advisor will submit to HUA a progress report at least once a semester. All students registered for Doctoral thesis work need to submit a report every semester for the research work carried out by them during the semester. The student s doctoral committee will evaluate this report as Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory, and forward to the Academic Affairs Office for student s records. Students getting two consecutive Unsatisfactory grades will not be awarded any financial assistance or tuition waiver from HUA. 5. A student must complete his thesis in no less than 36 months. 6. The Final Thesis Examination will be conducted by the Doctoral Committee when the student has completed the research work to the satisfaction of the Thesis Supervisor (or Supervisors) and the doctoral committee. As a result of this final thesis exam, the Doctoral Committee may either approve the thesis for award of the doctoral degree, or advise the student to carry out some additional research to be included in the thesis. The final thesis exam will be an open exam, announced to other students, faculty and the general public. Fees for these programs are as follows $ per month (after proposal is approved) for a minimum of 36 months to be paid partially or fully in advance. 6.4 Modes of Instruction The university currently offers instructions as follows Online through the internet or On campus teaching Intensive Courses weeklong, weekend & one-day. Medium of Instructions Medium of instruction in all the programs and all the courses is English. 22

23 6.5 Admission Requirements Basic Requirements An applicant to the Master s or Doctoral degree programs must have earned a Bachelor s Degree from an accredited university, based on 12 years of schooling followed by a four year undergraduate program or equivalent, in any area - Arts, Sciences, Medicine, Engineering, etc. Candidates not having a formal Bachelor s Degree (but otherwise qualified) may be admitted to these academic programs and earn an Advanced Diploma and Fellows awards (in lieu of Master s and Doctoral Degrees respectively). Admission to Doctoral Programs Students may be admitted directly to the Doctoral program, when they meet the admission requirements to Hindu University of America and the admission committee approves such admission; or they could register for the Master s program and transfer their registration to the Doctoral program after taking a few courses, or after completing the requirements for the Master s degree. 6.6 Graduation Requirements The University s general eligibility requirements for award of degrees are listed in this catalog under each academic program. Individual Programs/Departments may have some additional requirements. Information about these additional requirements is available in respective sections of this catalog or from Program/Departmental offices. 6.7 Academic Advising An Academic Advisor (from the HUA faculty) is assigned when a student is admitted to any Master s or Doctoral program. The Academic Advisor is the first point of contact responsible for advising the student with courses and arranging for the qualifying exam (for doctoral students). As soon as the student passes the qualifying exam, a doctoral thesis advisor is appointed. The thesis advisor could be the same (Academic Advisor) or a different faculty member. Once appointed, the thesis advisor takes over the responsibility of academic advisor also. 6.8 Credits for Previous Academic Work Credit may be granted for previous graduate level course work from other approved institutions or for professional training when equivalency and relevancy to the curriculum at Hindu University of America can be verified. Also, Hindu University of America has a provision for giving academic credit for informal training and life experience that may be applicable towards certain courses in the 23

24 graduate studies program of the student. Candidates holding Master s Degrees in arts, science, commerce, engineering, etc., can be admitted directly to the Doctoral program. Candidates with a Master s Degree may be allowed credits in course work for their previous graduate level course work or professional/academic experience. However, in no case will the credit for this previous course/academic work exceed 21 coursework academic credits. Please see the policy for credit transfers/waivers elsewhere in this Catalog. 6.9 Academic Credit Transfer/Waiver Policy Hindu University of America has a provision for transfer of credits if students have taken equivalent courses elsewhere (in an educational institution of standing) at the Master s or Doctoral level; and for providing advanced standing if students have equivalent competence in the area of these courses by virtue of their professional or other activities. The absolute maximum for awarding equivalent credits in this manner is limited to 21 credits at the Master s and Doctoral level. In order to get approval for any such credit, the student needs to provide HUA detailed information specified in the items listed below for each of the courses for which the credit is being requested. Please note that in some cases an evaluation/examination of the background by HUA faculty may be needed before equivalent credits are awarded to the student. For transfer of credits 1. HUA course number and name for which equivalent credit is being requested. 2. When (dates) and at which institution the equivalent course was completed. 3. Grade or marks obtained for the equivalent course completed elsewhere (documentary evidence required). 4. Course description, outline, topics covered, books followed etc. in as much detail as available. 5. Name and qualifications of the instructor(s) who taught the course. For advanced standing based on professional or other experience 1. HUA Course number and name of the course for which advanced standing is being requested. 2. Details of the independent study carried out, motivation and/or purpose for the same. 3. If the learning was used for teaching a course (when, where, to how many participants). 4. Any other documentation to support the claim. 24

25 The key purpose of the above procedure is to maintain the academic standing of HUA programs Time Periods for Degree & Diploma Programs Time periods (starting from the commencement of instruction in the first course in that program) allowed for students to complete various diplomas and degrees requirements are as follows HU Certificate/non-degree program HU Diploma Advanced Diploma / Master s degree Fellowship / Doctoral Degree 2 years 3 years 5 years 7 years When the students are allowed time off from the program officially, that specific time period is not counted in the requirement mentioned above Academic Calendar Hindu University of America follows the system of four full academic semesters per academic year. Each semester is 11 weeks. Here is the semester schedule. Winter Semester 11 weeks starts January 7 to March 21 Spring Semester 11 weeks starts April 7 to June 20 Summer Semester 11 weeks starts July 7 to September 19 Fall Semester 11 weeks starts September 29 to December 13 The schedules for intensive courses (weeklong, weekend, and one-day) are announced typically one semester before the course dates. Hindu University of America observes 10 Holidays when the University is closed. This set is a combination of typical US holidays and Hindu holidays Various Kinds of Courses at HUA Online-Education Courses Students may seek admission and begin the course at any time of the year and progress with the course at their own pace. However, normally HUA allows online-education students to complete the course in one year s time starting 25

26 from the date the instruction of the course is started by the instructor. If a student needs more time to complete the course, the student has to make a petition for extension of this time period providing the reasonable grounds for the same in writing. Based on the recommendations of the instructor, a specific extra time may be allowed. In absence of such an extension, instructors assign an IF (Incomplete Fail) grade for that course. If an extension is granted, an I (Incomplete) grade is assigned, which is replaced by the appropriate grade at the completion of the course or by an IF grade at the expiration of the extension period allowed On-Campus Courses On-campus courses start every year in four semesters, as follows Winter Semester - Starting in January, Spring Semester - Starting in April; Summer Semester starting in July and Fall Semester - Starting in late September. For precise dates, please look at the current academic calendar available from the HUA office. Students desiring to enroll in on-campus courses are requested to check with the HUA office ( ) for registration deadlines (typically one month before the start of the semester). Students need to complete the work for on-campus courses before the end of the semester, and at that time the instructor informs the Academic Affairs office about the grades. If, for some unavoidable reason, a student is not able to complete the course work within this period, the course instructor may (based on a written request from the student), with the concurrence of the Dean (or other authorized official) allow the student an additional time period for completing the course work. In such cases the student is awarded an incomplete (I) grade, which needs to be converted into a regular grade when the course work has been completed and evaluated. In any case the course work needs to be completed and a grade awarded before the expiration of one year before the start of the semester when the course was taken. Otherwise an F (fail) grade will result, and it becomes necessary to reregister and retake the course Intensive Courses HUA offers Intensive Courses of different durations and credits. Regular HUA tuition fees are applicable for these Intensive Courses also. Online-education fees are not charged for these offerings. Scheduling of the course and time-slots for various sessions are announced in advance. Usually the registration deadline is three weeks before the commencement of the course. Late registration may be available if the class is not filled up. Desirous participants are encouraged to check with the HUA office for the status of the course. Hindu University of America reserves the right to cancel any Intensive Course two weeks prior to commencement if a course does not have the minimum student enrollment, as determined by the University. In case of any such postponement or cancellation, students registered for any such course will be refunded the course fees paid. Credits for Intensive Courses are usually based on participation in the course, 26

27 and submission of the course work assigned by the instructor. These assignments (which could include writing of a term-paper and/or other academic work) are to be sent to the instructor in the time frame allocated for this purpose. Participants need to consult the instructor for details. Intensive Courses may be taken on non-credit basis, in which case there is no need to send assignments/term-paper after the completion of the course. Week-long Intensive Courses These programs are designed to present the contents of a regular 3-credit HUA course in 30 sessions (of 75 minutes each) distributed over a period of one week. Typically, courses start on a Friday evening and continue till Thursday of the next week. Typically, students complete the academic requirements for course credits by sending in the assignment and term-paper etc. after the completion of the one week intensive period. For this purpose, distance-mode interaction between the participants and the instructor is encouraged both before and after the course. The course grade is assigned by the instructor when the academic requirements for the course are completed. Weekend Intensive Courses These intensive courses are typically designed to present instruction for one academic credit requirement. The participants meet for 10 sessions of 75 minutes each over the weekend starting with the first session (which is open and free) on Friday evening. Frequently a regular threecredit HUA course is segmented in three parts, and offered as a set of three weekend intensives with one intensive scheduled for a weekend each month. In such cases the previous part(s) of the courses become a prerequisite for latter part(s). In many cases, one-credit weekend courses are offered independent of the 3-credit courses listed in the Catalog. In these instances, the credit earned in the weekend courses can be applied towards a HUA degree or diploma program, if the topic of the course is relevant to the Program. Students need to consult their academic advisors for appropriate advice. One-Day Intensive Courses These intensive courses are typically designed to present short topics of popular interest. The participants meet for 5 sessions of 75 minutes each scheduled during a single working day. The HUA admission application fee (currently $25.00) is not needed for participation in these intensive courses. HUA students may earn one-half academic credit if their program of studies has relevance with the topic of the courses. Interested students need to contact their academic advisor for this purpose Non-credit Courses All of the courses, seminars, workshops and other academic programs offered by HUA are available to participants on non-credit basis. Formal admission to HUA is not needed. However, registration is required for this purpose. Participants registered on a non-credit basis need to meet pre-requisite requirements for the course. In special cases such requirements may be waived at the discretion of the instructor. Participants registered on a non-credit basis will not be awarded 27

28 any grade or academic credit for the course Special Courses and Seminars In addition to the courses listed in this Catalog, HUA frequently arranges special topic courses and seminars of varying duration and credit (some non-credit) by HUA faculty and visiting scholars from time to time. Special courses and seminars for which academic credit is accorded carry a course number designated for Selected Topics in the Program; such as HIN 6100 for Selected Topics in Hinduism, YED 6101 for Selected Topics in Yoga Education, etc. Some of the recently offered special courses and seminars include Spiritual Linguistics; Yoga for Stress Management; Hindu Marriage; How to Pray; Body, Mind & Consciousness in Hindu tradition; Tabla Indian Drums; Yoga & Meditation; etc Evaluation and Grading Evaluation Evaluation of the performance of a participant in the course is the sole responsibility of the course instructor. The evaluation policy for any course is included in the course announcement, and cannot be changed after the commencement of the instruction. Usually the evaluation is based on periodic or a periodic assignments, term paper(s), tests and examinations as announced and scheduled by the instructor. Students are advised to contact the course instructor for specific evaluation procedure details for any particular course Grading The quantitative index of students performance in any course at HUA is the grade assigned by the instructor at the completion of course requirements. An aggregate of the performance in any degree/diploma/certificate is indicated by the Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA). The relationship between the letter grades and the points for CGPA computations is as follows Grade Grade Points A 4.00 A B B 3.00 B C C 2.00 C D D 1.00 F 0 I Incomplete 1 W Withdrawn 2 28

29 S Satisfactory 3 U Unsatisfactory 3 (Notes 1. I- Incomplete grade needs to be converted into a regular letter grade within a period of one year from commencement of instruction for that course, otherwise it becomes an F grade. 2. W grade is awarded by the academic office (not by the instructor) only when a student is allowed to withdraw from the course officially. 3. S Satisfactory and U Unsatisfactory grades are applicable only for Master s and Doctoral thesis work in progress. These are awarded by the Chair of the student s thesis committee, every semester the student is registered for the thesis research, after consultation with the members of the thesis committee.) For calculation of CGPA, the points for each course are weighted by the credit hours for that particular course. The usual procedure for assigning a letter grade for a typical course is as follows: various activities in the course are assigned a percentage of the total academic evaluation. For example, for a specific course, assignments may have 30% of the weightage, two tests may have a weightage of 20% each, and a term-paper may have a weightage of 30%. In such a case the instructor assigns marks for each of these items. These marks are added (maximum possible being 100). The Marks are the rounded up to the letter grade (A, B, C, etc.) as per the following guideline A for greater than 90, B for greater than 80, C for greater than 70, D for greater than 60, and F for less than 60. Instructors do have the flexibility for variations from these norms. The grading scheme is announced to the class before the start of the instruction Grade Reports A student is advised to keep a good record of marks/scores made on various different items (assignments and tests) of evaluation, received from course instructors. As such a student can estimate his/her qualitative progress in a course by this record. Instructors will not be able to provide an interim grade (or expected grade) in the middle of the course. They can provide grades only after all the academic work associated with a course is completed. The University s Academic Office will issue official transcripts with the letter grades obtained in various courses and a CPGA value computed from these letter grades Cancellation of Course Registration and Refund of Tuition On-Campus Courses Students may withdraw from the course within two-weeks of commencement of classes. In such cases the full amount of the tuition fee paid for the course (less $20.00 Administration charge) will be refunded or applied to future courses. Students may withdraw within 4 weeks of commencement of classes without having an Incomplete/Fail grade posted on their student transcript; however tuition fees are not refundable in such cases. 29

30 Online-Education Courses Tuition Refund Policy Refunds are available to students who have withdrawn from the University. The withdrawal date shall be determined by the appropriate University Official in the Office of the Registrar. Refunds upon dismissal or suspension are same as for voluntary withdrawal and are based on the following Withdrawal Time Frame First 3 days of beginning of semester Percentage of tuition 100% 4 to 7 days 90% 1 to 3 weeks 80% 3 to 5 weeks 50% After 5 weeks 0% For any extenuating circumstances, a student is advised to contact the HUA Student Affairs Administrator at the earliest explaining the personal circumstances Intensive Courses Participants may cancel their registration of intensive courses (weeklong, weekend, one-day intensives) two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. In such cases, tuition fees paid for the course (less $20.00 administration charge) is refunded or applied to future courses Admissions Eligible applicants for HUA courses, degree and diploma programs are admitted without regard to religion, sex, race, creed, color, national origin or handicap. Applications for admission may be submitted any time of the year Admissions Procedure All prospective students must submit the following 1. A completed application for admission. 2. A $25 check/money-order (payable to Hindu University of America) for Admission-Application Fee (non-refundable). 3. A thorough and complete resume of the applicant's academic, professional, vocational and (optionally) religious background. 4. Previous college work and formal religious studies (if any) must be documented. 30

31 5. Official transcripts for all college work need to be requested from the college or university and sent to HUA. For other than English, please send a translation. 6. Photocopies of transcripts will be acceptable for admission and can be sent online provided that an original is being sent to HUA. 7. Brief letter of intent stating motivations for wanting to join HUA (optional) Obtaining Application Form Please download from the website or call Admission Categories Students may submit applications to the University for any of the following categories 1 Master s Program (or Advanced Diploma) 2 Doctoral Program (or Fellow award) 3 Non-Degree/Certificate Program 4 Credit Transfer 5 Diploma Program/Certificate Bachelor s degree requirement does not apply for persons seeking admission to programs other than Master s and Doctoral degrees Transfer of Credits from HUA to other schools Please note that rules and procedures for transfer of credits from Hindu University of America to any other educational institution are decided by the receiving institution. Although, the University will be cooperating with other institutions for streamlining such procedures, at the present stage, there is no implied or explicit guarantee that such a transfer will always be possible. Students planning any such transfer are advised to inquire about such acceptance from their institution(s) before finalizing their study plans. Precedence s do exist where other institutions have accepted credits for courses taken at Hindu University of America of America International Students Prospective students from countries other than USA have essentially the same admission requirements. Countries where universities do not issue transcripts directly to entities like HUA, may send copies of their degrees/certificates duly attested by proper authorities, and a letter of recommendation from a university academic. Degrees in languages other than English should accompany their certified True Translation. The University has a right to get the equivalence established in the case of foreign degrees. Expenses for this activity will be the responsibility of the applicant. The applicant may also get his/her records evaluated by a private agency. One such agency is 31

32 Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc. P.O. Box , Milwaukee, WI ; (414) https// Other agencies are also available. In general, it is not necessary to travel to the USA for studies with Hindu University of America. The University does not process I-20 or other documents for granting student visas, to admitted students. Non-English speaking applicants must submit evidence of their proficiency in the English language Tuition, Fees & Expenses Candidates should be prepared to pay tuition, fees and other charges at the time of admission to HUA and registration for specific courses. All payments must be made in US dollars. Current rates, in US Dollars, are as follows: Application Fee $25.00 (non-refundable) Tuition costs Current tuition rates are $ per credit hour Other fees Schedule Graduation fee $ Credit Transfer/Evaluation fee $ per course Payment Procedure All payments, through checks or money orders only on a bank in the USA, should be in the name of Hindu University of America, mailed to the University address or submitted to the University cashier. Credit card payment is available via the website. Electronic bank account transfers are admissible for students overseas. Please contact the HUA office for details Tuition and Fees for Students from Some Selected Countries HUA has a different rate of tuition and fees for permanent residents of some selected countries. Currently the list of such countries includes India, Nepal, Śrī Lanka, Bangla Desh, Pakistan, Malaysia, the Africa continent and the Caribbean Islands. Students from other parts of the world, who think their country needs to be included in this list, need to contact the HUA office. Current tuition and fees for students from these countries are Application fee $25.00 Tuition $54.00 per credit 32

33 Graduation fee $50.00 Credit Transfer/Evaluation fee $20.00 per course Other Expenses It is the responsibility of a student to purchase relevant texts and other study materials as these are not included in the tuition costs. An estimate of the cost of the text, course-notes handouts and other needed materials is available from the respective instructors or the HUA office upon request Financial Assistance Hindu University of America may provide a limited number of partial or full tuition waivers to needy students admitted for degree programs at HUA. Interested students should apply to the HUA Office at least two months prior to registration for the semester/course providing all details and justification Students Health Insurance Currently HUA does not subscribe to a health insurance plan for students. The majority of HUA students are online-education students.. 33

34 7 HUA Code of Ethics We, the students, staff, faculty and directors of Hindu University of America, in recognition of the importance of our role in learning and research in Hindu thought and traditions, allowing for the unfolding of spiritual dimension of human beings, do hereby commit ourselves to the highest ethical and professional conduct and agree 1. to accept responsibility in making decisions consistent with the balanced needs of spiritual advancement of self and society; 2. to treat fairly all individuals as sparks of Divine regardless of such factors as race, religion, gender, disability, age, personal faith or national origin; 3. to avoid real or perceived conflicts of interests whenever possible, and disclose them to affected parties when they do exist; 4. to observe and encourage respect for all religious and cultural diversity; 5. to observe and encourage respect for all local, state, national and international laws in letter and spirit; 6. to improve our understanding of cultural, religious and spiritual thought; 7. to observe and encourage the highest level of academic honesty and integrity in all learning, teaching and research matters; 8. to seek, accept and offer honest criticism related to all academic issues; 9. to avoid injuring others, their property, reputation or faith practices by false or malicious action; and 10. to assist all others in their spiritual advancement. 34

35 8 Hindu University of America Core Courses There are three courses identified as University Core Courses. These include two courses on Hinduism - HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism, and HUC 5002 Practices of Hinduism, and one course in Sanskrit HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit. All three of these courses are required for Master s, Advanced Diploma and Doctoral Degrees in Hinduism, Hindu Philosophies, Yoga Philosophy and Meditation, Yoga Education, and Divine Music. HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism, and HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit are required courses for Master s and Advanced Diploma programs in Jyotiṣh, Ayurvedic Sciences, Sanskrit and Paurohitya; and for HUA Diploma programs in Gītā Studies, and Yoga Philosophy & Meditation. These requirements for various programs are shown in Table 1. These core courses are designed to provide the students the essence of Hindu traditions and scriptural language for an overall understanding of Hindu tradition. These courses present an overall perspective and prepare the students for continued specialized studies through other courses in various programs. HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism An overview of Hinduism Perspectives of analysis and presentation in its name, meaning, characteristics; Hinduism source works overview of basic Hindu scriptures; select reading from source scriptures like Veda s, Upaniṣhads, Epics, Smṛiti s, Bhagavad-Gītā, Purāṇas, Dharma-Śhāstras; life styles, profession and progression (Varṇa-Āśhrama Dharma, Jātii, Puruṣhārtha), rights and obligations (Dharma, Karma, Ṛiṇa, Pāpa, Puṇya, Svarga, Naraka), God, Demigods and incarnations (Avtāras); spirituality practices through four yoga paths Jñāna, Karma, Bhakti & Rāja; religious traditions inspired by Vedic practices Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, subaltern religions; overview of major Hindu philosophical and faith traditions (six darśhanas, Āstika-Nāstika matas), Karma theory providing a vision beyond one unit of life-death cycle, one sacred book; concept of Yajña- Dāna-Tapas, Hindu scientific traditions, cultural and literary heritage. HUC 5002 Practices of Hinduism Pre-requisite HUC Principles of Hinduism. Concepts of principles in practices (Dharma and Karma-kāṇca ); Hindu saṃskāras & rituals as a way to understand the nature of Hinduism, Hindu calendar; world view and interaction of persons following different paths of yoga; written and unwritten rules of ritual, conduct and traditions, ethics and economics of Hinduism; Hindu-prayers; Hindu Temple, priest and activities; major Hindu festivals, observances, pilgrimages, sacred places, Hindu religious orders; understanding experiences of Hindus with non-hindus; Hindu practices in the traditional wider world including Nepal and Bali Diasporas. 35

36 HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Philosophy of Sanskrit language, order of alphabets, devanāgari character design, Śiva sūtras, Śhikṣhā-Śhāstra, voicing and scripting devanāgari Sanskrit, linguistically and culturally elegant reading, writing and apprehending of devanāgari Sanskrit script in transliteration and digital media. History of Sanskrit language grammars, dictionaries and learning methods (traditional and modern), transliteration issues, diacritical marks, distinction between classical Sanskrit and Vedic Sanskrit; computers and Sanskrit (software, programming), modern linguistics and Sanskrit, importance and contemporary relevance of Sanskrit studies. Basic grammar covering nature of Sanskrit word, usage of English Sanskrit dictionary, noun and verb conjugations, metrical structures in prayers/mantras (used in temples and for chanting), introduction to euphonic combinations (Sandhi- rules), introduction to some of the basic declensional patterns of nouns, pronouns, adjectives, numbers, including gender, number, case-endings, the conjugational patterns of verbs (present, past and aorist), indeclinable words, prefixes, suffixes, formation of feminine bases, compounds, active and passive participles, voices, word-order, simple sentence formation and translation from Sanskrit to English and vice versa, (all with exercises), select readings from good sayings (subhāṣhitas) and classical works (like Rāmayaṇa, Mahābhārata, Kālidāsa s works, Panchatantra), simple conversation in Sanskrit; daily prayers in Sanskrit; enactment of daily life situations using Sanskrit vocabulary by participants, amusement-learning games using Sanskrit, story building with pictures in Sanskrit; a program in Sanskrit designed, enacted and composed by participants at the end of the course (for intensives). HUC 5004 Research Methodology Objectives of this proposed course include Skills needed for doctoral level research in religious studies, philosophies, yoga, Ayurveda, Jyotish and allied topics; Methods for literature search; Writing skills needed for research papers and research theses; Formulation of hypotheses, objective analysis, and arriving at conclusions; Citation of adequate references to support documented research work; and How to make sure that research theses do not sound like preaching. This is a required course for all doctoral students at HUA, and needs to be completed before Doctoral Qualifying Examination. Course Outline 1. Foundations of Research What is research; Scientific method; Research and theory; Conceptual or theoretical models. 36

37 2. Social Science Research Meaning and scope; Objectivity; Limitations of social science research; Ethics in social science research. 3. Types & Methods of Research Classification of research, pure and applied research; Exploratory or formulative research; Descriptive research; Diagnostic research; Evaluative studies; Action research; Experimental research; Analytical study & statistical method; Historical research; Surveys; Case Studies; Field studies; Steps in research. 4. Review of Literature Need for reviewing literature; What to review and for what purpose; Literature search procedure; Sources of literature; Planning the review work; Note-taking. 5. Planning of Research The planning process; Selection of a problem for research; Formulation of the selected problem; Hypothesis; Concepts; Measurement; research design or plan. 6. Sampling Sampling techniques or methods; Sample design and choice of sampling techniques; Sample size; Sampling and non-sampling errors. 7. Collection of data Meaning and importance of data; sources of data; Use of secondary data; Methods of collecting primary data; Observation; Experimentation; Simulation; Interviewing, Panel Method; Mail survey; Projective Techniques, Sociometry; Content analysis. 8. Tools for Data Collection Types of tools; Construction of schedules and questionnaires; Measurement scales and indices; Pilot studies and pretests. 9. Field Work The nature of field work; selection and training of investigators; Sampling frame and sample selection; Field operation; Field administration. 10. Processing of Data Editing; Classification and coding; transcription; Tabulation; Graphic representation. 11. Statistical Analysis of Data Statistical analysis; Measures of central tendency; Measures of dispersion; easures of association/relationship; multivariate analysis; Hypothesis testing; Tests of significance; time series analysis. 12. Report Writing Types of reports; Planning report-writing; Research report format; Principles of writing; Documentation footnotes and bibliography; writing/typing the report; Briefing; Evaluation of research report. Textbook for the course Krishnaswami, O. R., Methodology of Research in Social Sciences, Mumbai (India) Himalaya Publishing House ( 1993; ISBN Supplementary texts 1. Claire Hewson, Peter Yule, Dianna Laurent, & Carl Vogel, Internet Research Methods A Practical Guide for the Social and Behavioural 37

38 Sciences (New Technologies for Social Research), London sage Publications, 2003; ISBN X. 2. Reddy, C.R., Research Methodology in Social Sciences, Daya Publication House (India) 1987; ISBN Tucker, Dennis C., Research Techniques for Scholars and Students in Religion and Theology, Medford, N.J. Information Today, Barber Cyril J. and Robert M. Krauss Jr., An Introduction to Theological Research A Guide for College and Seminary Students, 2d ed. Lanham, Md. University Press of America, (Ref BR 118.B ) Course available in online-education mode Grading based on responses to questions for each module (50 % weightage) and a term-paper describing how the research methodology learned in this course could be used in the proposed research area for student s thesis (50% weightage) For further details, please contact info@hua.edu Core Course Requirements for Various HUA Programs Program Degree HUC 5001 HUC 5002 HUC 5003 HUC 5004 Hinduism Master s/ Adv. Diploma Hinduism Diploma Gītā Diploma Doctoral/Fellow Hindu Philosophies Yoga Philosophy & Meditation Master s/ Adv. Diploma Diploma Doctoral/Fellow Master s/ Adv. Diploma Diploma Doctoral/Fellow Yoga Education Master s/ Adv. Diploma Diploma 38

39 Vedic Astrology Master s/ Adv. Diploma Ayurvedic Sciences Master s/ Adv. Diploma Divine Music Sanskrit Masters/ Adv. Diploma Doctoral/Fellow Master /s Adv. Diploma Diploma Paurohitya Sri Aurobindo Studies Master s/ Adv. Diploma Master s/ Doctoral 39

40 9 Academic Programs in Hinduism Hinduism is a broad term used to identify the followers of religions sourced to the Vedic traditions originating from Bhārat (India) and evolving from a referential historic period of 3000 BCE up to the current period. This program is focused to strengthen the understanding of Hinduism from the perspective of source works, universal values of relevance and historical perspective. The three program core courses are designed to address this need. The electives/thesis option is offered for advancing subject knowledge in any specific or supplemental aspect of the program. 9.1 Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma in Hinduism) Requirements (Minimum 30 credits) University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5002 Practices of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Hinduism Program Core Courses HIN 5001 Basic Hindu Scriptures HIN 5002 Universal Teachings of Hinduism 9 credits 9 credits HIN 5003 Historical Development of Hinduism 2 Elective Courses 6 credits Master s Thesis or 2 Additional elective courses 6 credits 9.2 Doctoral Degree (Fellow award) Students may be admitted directly to the Doctoral program, when they meet the admission requirements to Hindu University (Bachelor s Degree with 6 credits of Philosophy/Religion courses) and the admission committee approves such admission; or they could register for the Master s program and transfer their registration to the Doctoral program after taking a few courses, or after completing the requirements for the Master s degree. Requirements (Minimum 60 credits) The distribution of credit requirements is as follows. All the course credits for HUA Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program are directly applicable to doctoral (Fellow) program University Core Courses 9 credits as above Program core courses Electives Doctoral Thesis 9 credits as above 12 credits 30 credits 40

41 9.3 HUA Diploma Program in Hinduism This Diploma Program in Hinduism is designed to help students get an integrated perspective on the religions and philosophies that have originated from Bhārat, the spiritual homeland of Hinduism. The program courses are designed to (a) bring in the integrated perspective of the multiple religions covered under the term Hinduism and (b) to highlight the meaning of Hindu Identity in terms of religion, spirituality and cultural practices. HUA Diploma in Hinduism Requirements A total of 18 credits in six courses 3 University Core Courses (as mentioned above) 9 credits 2 Program Courses in Hinduism HIN 5104 Message of Srimad Bhagavad Gītā HIN 5002 Universal Teachings of Hinduism 1 Elective from the following courses HIN 6101 Katha Upanishad HIN 5301 Jainism HIN 5302 Buddhism Buddha Dharma A Practical Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism HIN 5311 Sikhism 9.4 HUA Diploma Program in Gītā Studies Śrīmad Bhagavad Gītā is considered to be the key scripture in Hindu tradition at a status equivalent to that of the Bible for Christianity and the Koran for Islam. For centuries, millions of Hindus have found solace and comfort in the words of wisdom in Gītā s verses. The first translation of Gītā in the English language appeared in 1785 and that publication has been recognized as one of the striking events in the universal history of philosophy. Today the Gītā is considered by Eastern and Western scholars alike to be among the greatest spiritual texts the world has ever known. In the words of Aldous Huxley, Bhagavad Gītā is the most systematic statement of spiritual evolution of endowing value to mankind. It is one of the most clear and comprehensive summaries of perennial philosophy ever revealed; hence its enduring value to all of humanity. According to Albert Einstein, When I read the Bhagavad Gītā and reflect on how God created this Universe, everything else seems so superfluous. Undoubtedly understanding of the message of Gītā is a must for every scholar of Hinduism. This Diploma Program in Gītā Studies is designed to help students to learn the essence of Gītā to a level needed to adapt the teaching of Gītā to one s own situation and communicate the message to others. 41

42 Diploma Requirements 2 University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit 4 Courses in Gītā Studies GIT 5001 Gītā Studies-I GIT 5002 Gītā Studies -II GIT 5003 Gītā Chanting GIT 5004 Gītā project 9.5 Core courses for Graduate (or Advanced Diploma) programs in Hinduism HIN 5001 Basic Hindu Scriptures Categorization of basic Hindu scriptures by time line, gradation of primary and secondary authority, languages, authorship, highlighted tradition of philosophy, yoga, tantra and life style. Structure and material presentation in different basic scriptures diversity in the Veda, Upaniṣhads, sūtras, Gītā, epics, Smṛiti s and Śhāstras. Traditions of faith and philosophy in relation to the basic scriptures readings of select textual portions from basic scriptures and linking it with the principles, practices, ethics and contemporary relevance in relation to specific issues like spirituality, religious identity, rituals, family norms, ethical values, health, profession, education and entertainment. Selections recommended from the following Veda s (Śhanti mantras, Puruṣha sūkta, Śrī sūkta, Bhāgya sūkta, hiraṇya garbha sūkta, devi sūkta, Rudra - Praśhṇa) Upaniṣhads (major Upaniṣhads and Yoga Upaniṣhads), Rāmayaṇa, Mahābhārata, Dharma sūtras, Gruhya sūtras, Vedāṇgas, Ayurveda, Yoga sūtras, Bhagavad Gītā, Dhammapada, Jaina sources, Adi granth, Tulsi Rāmayaṇa, BhāgaVāta, Manu smṛiti, commentaries by masters, prayers in Hindu traditions and worship. HIN 5002 Universal Themes in Hinduism Inquiry into central principles and practices of Hinduism that exercise global influence and appeal particularly in areas of metaphysics the nature of the physical world, worldly life, the nature of the individual soul, and ultimate reality, the four fold values of life viz. Dharma, Artha, Kāma, Mokṣha. Duties and responsibilities of a Hindu, Ṛta, rebirth, sin and atonement. Special features of Hinduism such as theism v/s atheism, monotheism v/s polytheism, ethical values such as truth, happiness, suffering, justice, non-violence, charity, gratitude, purity, forgiveness, universal love, peace, concern for environment, global welfare, humanism; equality and freedom of thinking and belief. 42

43 HIN 5003 Historical Development of Hinduism Sources for the study of the history of Hinduism; Vedic Period Vedic tradition; Sarasvati-Indus Valley Civilization Sites, details of excavations & findings, religion of Sarasvati-Indus valley civilization. Aryan Invasion Theory (AIT) - its basis; Negation of AIT, Negation of Aryan Migration theory; Alexander s period; Epic Period; Purānic period; the Gupta period; Śhankarāchārya and other Āchāryas. Muslim invasions and rule, conversions & destruction of Hindu places. Devotional movements, British rule, Christian missionaries, British education policy; renaissance and reforms; BrahmaSamaj, AryaSamaj, Swami Vivekananda, Mahatma Gandhi. Freedom movement; and post-independence developments Partition of India, Secularism, political system, Hindu Diaspora, universality in Hinduism. 9.6 Elective courses in Hinduism HIN 5101 Hindu Law Books Designed to analyze the Hindu code of life style and conduct social, cultural and legal significance of Smṛitis /Dharma Śhāstra i.e. religious social law books, as compared to Śhṛuti, the revealed scriptures; special emphasis on fundamental Hindu laws by Manu, a review of the works of Āpastambha Dharma sūtra, Gautama Dharma Śhāstra, Kautilya s Artha Śhāstra, Yajñavalkya Smṛuti, Kāmandaki Nītisāra, particular application towards the four goals of life viz. Dharma, Artha, Kāma and Mokṣha. (Same as HNP 5101) HIN 5102 Hindu Historical Epics Examines cultural, historical, religious and literary importance of Hindu Epics; main emphasis on Rāmayaṇa and the Mahābhārata, myths and legends in epics, comparison of epic myths and legends with other ancient civilizations of the world, Veda s, Upaniṣhads and Epics; spiritual meaning in Epics; Epics as guide books for human conduct; effect of Epics on successive literature, their place in world literature and the spread of the universal message beyond the borders of India. HIN 5103 Purāṇas Overview of eighteen major Purāṇas devoted to Viṣhṇu (Viṣhṇu Purāṇa, BhāgaVāta-Purāṇa, Naradiya Purāṇa, Garuca-Purāṇa, Padma-Purāṇa, Varāha- Purāṇa), Brahma Purāṇa, Brahmāṇca Purāṇa, Brahmavaivarta Purāṇa, Mārkaṇceya Purāṇa, Bhaviṣhya Purāṇa, Vāmana Purāṇa), and Śiva (Śiva Purāṇa, Skāṇca Purāṇa, Matsya Purāṇa, Kūrma Purāṇa, Linga Purāṇa, Agni Purāṇa), an introduction to minor Purāṇas, concept of Avatāra; central themes such as cosmogony, sociology, history, geography, ethics, eschatology and theology of Purāṇas. (Same as HNP 5103). 43

44 HIN 5104 Message of Śrīmad Bhagavad-Gītā Chapter wise review of the contents of Śrīmad Bhagavad-Gītā to highlight the key concepts and the essence of Gītā s teachings; course presentation emphasizes the concept mapping approach for learning from scriptures; term papers by participants to share individual understanding. HIN 5201 Śaivism Focus on growth and development of Śaivism; Vedic traditions, Purāṇa, Tantra, Yoga, mythology, legends of Śiva; meditation; asceticism (Dakṣhiṇāmūrti), other forms like NataRāja, linga; Southern and Northern Śaivism; Śiva and Śhakti worship in togetherness; Śiva and Viṣhṇu as two aspects of the same divinity. HIN 5202 Vaiṣṇaivism Study of source works from Vedic traditions about Viṣhṇu, form and worship, concept and rituals, cosmic mythology; Viṣhṇu in many forms, BhāgaVāta Purāṇa; Bhagavad Gītā; medieval Vaiṣṇava saints, from Bengal to west, and from south to Kashmir; Viṣhṇu and Śiva as two aspects of same divinity. HIN 5301 Jainism Jaina traditional history, jaina scriptures, life and teachings of Tīrthankaras, Vardhamāna Mahāvīra; selective study of Angas; Ascetic Jain traditions and family traditions of digambara and śhvetāmbaras; Jain cosmology, epistemology and logic; key concepts distinct from Vedic philosophies, Jīva, Ajīva, pudgala, seven fold presentation; ethics, professions for livelihood, holy places, monasticism and theories of karma and reincarnation. HIN 5302 Buddhism Buddha Dharma A Practical Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism The vitality of Tibetan Buddhism in exile has exceeded anything anyone could have predicted. Students explore the culture, religion, philosophy, ethics and psychology of Tibetan Buddhism, all the while learning how so many use it as a personal path to overcome the dukha (suffering, discontent, unease) that arises in our lives simply because we are human beings. Buddhism s central focus is the mind, and its rich lineage of teachings and practices not only uncover why we experience unease, but also identify the insights and skills with which we can begin to overcome the habits of mind that bring about our suffering, replacing them with methods of mind that lead to personal (and ultimately global well-being HIN 5303 Early Buddhism Buddhists traditional history, Buddhism scriptures, life and teachings of Gautama Buddha; selective study of Tripitaka s and Dhammapada; ascetic traditions and family traditions of Buddhists; cosmology, epistemology and logic; key concepts distinct from Vedic philosophies, Shunya vada, nirvana, 44

45 ethics, professions for livelihood, Buddhist tantras and martial arts, Tibetan Buddhism, spread of Buddhism, Dalai Lama, holy places, theories of Karma, Bodhisatva. HIN 5304 Later Buddhism Post Nāgārjuna Buddhism, Schools of Buddhism; prevalence of Buddhism in Tibet, Ceylon and Asia, Buddhism in China, Japan with new presentation formats, Buddhism in the modern times, globalization and Buddhism. HIN 5311 Sikhism Beginning with life and teachings of Guru Nanak, lives and teachings of succeeding nine Gurus, their contributions, Śrī AdiGranth (compiled by Guru Arjan Dev) and their impact, basic teachings, basic teachings, values, modern versions of khalsa, globalization and Sikhism. HIN 5401 Hindu Medieval NirGuṇa Mysticism Medieval Nirguṇa saints of India, Bhakti and philosophy movements arising from south, spread over entire India; saint poets and poetesses, from all castes and classes; their message of equality; faith in one God, Brahman; universal love; peace and harmony, contemporary relevance. (Same as HNP 5401) HIN 5402 Hindu Religious Sects Current understanding of castes and sects as a part of modern Hinduism religious identity, traditions of Varṇa and Jātii, reasons for divergent understanding in historical India under the British rule, contacts with west, challenges of modernism, colonialism, social and religious reform movements viz. Brahmo Samaj, Arya Samaj, RamaKriṣhṇa mission, Dev Samaj, Radha Swami, Buddhist, Jain, Sikh, ISKCON, BAPS, Swadhyāya, Art of Living, Osho and other sects, Globalization and reformatting of the sects in Hinduism and returning to the Varṇa model by qualities. HIN 5403 Śhankara and Hindu Renaissance South as cradle of Hinduism, Adi Guru Śrī Śhankarāchārya of Kaladi, his life, writings and commentaries, his mission, his followers, impact of his vast travels, institution of Sannyāsa, reformation of various Sampradāyas, the Mutts started by him, Advaita philosophy; Śhankarāchārya as harbinger of Hindu renaissance and integration of India, Advaita philosophy and modern physics. HIN 5404 Contemporary Hinduism Examination of recent, post-independence Hinduism in India; vigorous need for reform; Hinduism in age of technology; new challenges and changes; reforms and social restructure; renewed call for unity; synthesis of various segments of Hinduism; media and Hinduism; Hinduism in global religious perspective, Diaspora, Nationalism versus religiosity, contemporary philosophies of Swami Bhakti Vedanta Prabhupada, Rājanish, Swami Chinmayananda, Śrī Ravishankar; emergence of 45

46 Yoga and Ayurveda in the west. HIN 5501 Places of Hindu Pilgrimage Hindu Tīrtha tradition with sourced texts from Mahābhārata; mapping of sacred Śiva, Viṣhṇu, Śhakti to the geographical land, body and nature for creating the holy spiritual land identity, history and significance of prominent Tīrtha, holy place, historical, political and religious significance of holy places in mountains, forests, plain lands, rivers and ocean banks. Importance of these places for Hindus - Kāśhī, Gayā, Ayodhya, Mathura, Haridwar, Puri, Badṛikāśhrama, Somnath, Dwaraka, Kailas, Pahshupatinath, Kanyakumari, Kāmarup, BodhGayā, Mount Abu, Jain temples, Buddhist Viharas, Golden temple, Konark, Madurai, Sarnath, Kashmir, in the light of Purāṇas and other sources (faith perspective, economics, culture, renewal of faith and traditions), annual festivities in the holy places, concept of sacrilege and purification; historical references, emergence of new holy places. HIN 5502 Hindu Temples and Architecture Study of ancient medieval and contemporary styles Harappa, Maurya; Ashoka's times; Persian and Greek influences; under various kings from south to Kashmir, east to west. HIN 5503 Hindu Religious Art, Dance, Music Indus Valley Civilization, divine origins and religious and spiritual significance of arts, concepts of gods and goddesses, art and aesthetics in the Veda s, other ancient and classical texts, religion in poetry, painting, dance, drama and music, representation of art in temple architecture, symbolism in temple architecture. HIN 5504 Hinduism Religion and Literature Studies divine origin of language, briefly surveying Śhṛutis and Smṛitis and also texts like Rāmayaṇa and Mahābhārata including the Gītā, Tirukkural, Thevarams, divya prabandhams and the like; selective approaches in socioreligious and ethical compositions that have molded Hindu mind over the millennia. HIN 5505 Hindu Festivals This course surveys some main Hindu festivals their origins, developments, celebrations and rationales; discussions include various categories of festivals; seasonal such as Vasant Panchami, Baisakhi, Pongal-Samkranti, Yugadi, Navaratri, Sharad Purnima, Guru Pūrnima; devotional festivals such as Amarnath Yatra (Kashmir), Rath Yatra (Puri), Shivratri, Ganesh Chaturthi, Dussehra-Durga Pūjā, Diwali, Rama Navami, Kriṣhṇa Janamashtami; birthdays of Buddha, Mahavir, and Guru Nanak; social festivals like Holi, Teej, Raksha Bandhan; Kumbha and Kumbhi. HIN 5506 Hindu Rituals and Saṃskāras This course covers saṃskāras or sacraments as bedrock of Hindu Samskriti 46

47 (culture); their significance for individual and society, their roots in Veda s, Upaniṣhads and Smṛiti; special reference to some major (out of sixteen) ones, e.g. Nāmakaraṇa (naming of the baby), Chūdākarma (shaving of child's head), Upanayana-Yajnopavita (sacred thread ceremony) start of the study of Veda s or education, and Vivāha (marriage), besides the ceremony of entering Vana- prastha, Sannyāsa and the Antyeṣhti (last rites) and annual ceremony (shrāddha). HIN 5601 Hinduism in North America Advent of Swami Vivekananda in Chicago in 1893, followed by Swami Yogananda and missions of various masters and groups, such as Satya Sai Baba, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Swami Muktananda and Swami Prabhupada Bhaktivedanta (founder ISKCON), Divine Light Mission, Osho, Swami Chinmayananda, SatchiDānanda, Śrī Ravishankar, Anandamaye ma and others. HIN 5602 Hinduism around the World Hindus and Hinduism beyond native spiritual land; Hindus contribution to economy and culture of new lands of settlement world over viz., in Asia, Africa, Trinidad, Guyana, Hawaii, Europe, UK, Holland, Americas, Pacific Islands, Australia, Fiji, China, Japan, Korea, Eastern Europe, South East Asia, particularly in religious, social and cultural areas. HIN 5900 Independent Study 1 variable 1- Participation in an individualized mode of instruction at the beginning graduate level as arranged with faculty. HIN 6100 Selected Topics in Hinduism variable 1- Special topics not included above, to be taught by resident or visiting faculty as approved by the department. HIN 6101 Katha Upanishad The meaning and interpretation of Katha Upanishad, one of the main Upanishads of Hinduism with the summary of the commentary by Shankaracharya. HIN 6900 Independent Study 2 variable 1- Participation in an individualized mode of instruction at the advanced graduate level as arranged with faculty. HIN 6999 Master s Thesis 6 credits Research of sufficient merit and originality on a topic in Hinduism leading to a Master s Degree. HIN 7999 Doctoral Thesis Research 30 credits Research of sufficient merit and originality on a topic in Hinduism leading to a 47

48 Doctoral Degree 9.7 Courses for Diploma in Gītā Studies GIT 5001 Gītā Studies-I This course provides detailed discussion of the contents and message in the first nine chapters of Gītā. The emphasis is on the key concepts and interpretation of the Gītā teachings as relevant in today s life situations. GIT 5002 Gītā Studies-II This course provides detailed discussion of the contents and message in chapters 10 through 18 of Gītā. The emphasis is on key concepts and interpretation of the Gītā teachings as relevant in today s life situations. GIT 5003 Gītā Chanting Learning of Sanskrit language to a level needed for understanding and chanting Gītā s verses. (Prerequisite HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit) GIT 5004 Gītā Project An independent project aimed at the application of Gītā s message to specific situations; topic to be decided in consultation with the instructor; interim and final reports to be written and presented to the class. (Prerequisites GIT 5001 and GIT 5002 Gītā Studies I and II.) Note Courses listed in the HUA Diploma programs may be used as elective courses for the Advanced Diploma or Master s Degree program, subject to the approval by student s Academic Advisor. Any combination of courses HIN 5104 (Message of Srimad Bhagavad Gītā), GIT 5001 (Gītā studies -I) and GIT 5002 (Gītā studies -II) cannot be taken for more than 6 academic credits. 48

49 HINDUISM PROGRAMS Summary of Requirements for Hinduism Programs for Coursework and Thesis Option HU Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program (30 credits) HU Diploma in Hinduism (18 credits) HU Diploma in Gītā Studies (18 credits) Doctoral Program (HU Fellow) (60 credits) HU Core courses HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5002 HUC 5002 HUC 5002 HUC 5003 HUC 5003 HUC 5003 HUC 5003 Program Core HIN 5001 HIN 5104 GIT 5001 HIN 5001 Courses HIN 5002 HIN 5002 GIT 5002 HIN 5002 HIN 5003 GIT 5003 GIT 5004 HIN 5003 Electives Options Course- Work option Selection of 4 elective courses (12 credits) One course ( ) N/A Thesis option Two Elective Courses (6 credit) + Thesis (6 credits) Four Elective Courses (12 credits) + Thesis (30 credits) 49

50 10 Academic Programs in Hindu Philosophies Hindu Philosophies is a term used for identifying the various systems of Hindu philosophy evolved over a period of time. This program is designed for strengthening the understanding of the various philosophical schools based on original philosophical texts and their interpretations. The three program core courses are designed to address this need. The electives/ thesis option may be selected by the student for advancing subject knowledge on any specific or supplemental aspect of the program Master s Degree ( or Advanced Diploma in Hindu Philosophies) Requirements (Minimum 30 credits) University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5002 Practices of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Hinduism Program Core Courses (Completion of 3 courses from the following) HNP 5001 Vedic Philosophy HNP 5002 Philosophy of the Upaniṣhads HNP 5003 Philosophy of Śrīmad Bhagavad Gītā HNP 5004 Introduction to Vedanta Elective Courses Master s Thesis or 2 Additional elective courses 9 credits 9 credits 6 credits 6 credits 10.2 Doctoral Degree (Fellow) Requirements Minimum 60 credits Students may be admitted directly to the Doctoral program, when they meet the admission requirements to Hindu University of America (Bachelor s Degree with 6 credits of Philosophy/Religion courses) and the admission committee approves such admission; or they could register for the Master s program and transfer their registration to the Doctoral program after taking a few courses, or after completing the requirements for the Master s degree. The distribution of credit requirements is as described here. All the course credits for HUA Master s degree (Advanced Diploma) program are directly applicable to Doctoral (Fellow) program. University Core Courses 9 credits (same as for Master s Program) Program core courses 9 credits (same as for Master s Program) Electives 12 credits 50

51 Doctoral Thesis 30 credits 10.3 HUA Diploma Program in Hindu Philosophies Requirements 18 credits The Diploma is intended to provide the students an exposure to the Hindu philosophies at a level intermediate between Bachelor s and Master s degrees. The following courses are required for the Diploma 1 University Core Course HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism 6 Program courses HNP 5001 Vedic Philosophy HNP 5002 Philosophy of the Upaniṣhads HNP 5003 Philosophy of Śrīmad Bhagavad Gītā HNP 5801 Nyāya and Vaiśheṣhika HNP 5802 Sāmkhya and Yoga 10.4 Core courses for Master s (or Advanced Diploma) and Doctoral (Fellow) Programs in Hindu Philosophies HNP 5001 Vedic Philosophy Social, cultural life of Vedic people, philosophical background of the Veda s Samhitas, Brāhmaṇa s & Āraṇyakas, the concept of Karma, Jñāna, UpĀsana and Sādhana Kāṇcas, connectivity of Veda s and Purāṇas, six limbs of Veda s, commentators of Veda s, Ṛigveda and Sarasvati civilization, Vedic Cosmology and creation (curiosities about the Universe, gods related to creation, thoughts Sat- Asat, primordial elements), evolution of gods and goddesses in Veda s, Veda s and Upaniṣhads a comparison, concept of Ātman & Brahman, early Vedic thoughts on Karma, rebirth and liberation, (meaning, significance, kratu and rewards); Concepts of the other world (Yama & Pitṛus, Hymns of cremation, life after death, heaven and hell, transmigration); Vedic notions on ways to perfection (Ṛta & Satya, Vedic ethics, meditation), Vedic system of education, Veda and spiritual symbolism, Veda s on environment and ecology (Prithvi Sūkta of AtharvaVeda), philosophical thoughts on Humanism (Universal brotherhood, equality and harmony, generosity, benevolence), Vedic values and contemporary Hindu culture. HNP 5002 Philosophy of the Upaniṣhads Upaniṣhads as epitome of Vedic spiritual science; concept of Ātman - individual being and Brahman - Universal Being; universe as Lila - divine play; law of Karma and reincarnation; ideal of Mokṣha or liberation from Samsara. 51

52 HNP 5003 Philosophy Of Śrīmad Bhagavad Gītā Philosophical teachings of Gītā; Gītā as a popular religious manual; philosophical teachings of some major commentators of Gītā including Śhankara, Ramānuja, Aurobindo, Tilak, Gandhi, Vinoba Bhave, Prabhupada, Gnaneshwar, Vivekananda, S. RadhaKriṣhṇan, Roy Emerson and others; significance of karma and incarnation, duty, selfless deeds, emphasis on Yoga, Sannyāsa, Yajña, concept of Divine Incarnation; eclectic nature of Gītā and ideal of Bhakti or loving devotion. HNP 5004 Introduction to Vedanta Vedanta is an ancient body of knowledge occurring at the end of the Vedas, the holy scriptures of the Hindu tradition. Transmitted orally from generation to generation through ancient and well established lineages, the Vedas are committed to memory by students in India. Also known as the Upanishads, the philosophy of Vedanta teaches that one is whole and free, unencumbered by self-judgment. This knowledge is communicated through well-established pedagogies that reveal the oneness that pervades all things in creation. The knowledge of Vedanta frees one from samsara, the relentless striving to make the finite infinite Electives for Programs in Hindu Philosophies HNP 5101 Hindu Law Books HNP 5102 Hindu Historical Epics HNP 5103 Purāṇas HNP 5201 Śaivism HNP 5202 Vaiṣṇaivism HNP 5401 Hindu Medieval NirGuna Mysticism (Course descriptions of above courses are the same as the corresponding elective courses in Hinduism program - HIN 5101, HIN 5102, HIN 5103, HIN 5201, HIN 5202 and HIN 5401 respectively). HNP 5501 Katha Upanishad The meaning and interpretation of Katha Upanishad, one of the main Upanishads of Hinduism with the summary of the commentary by Shankaracharya. HNP 5602 Tantrism Concept of Śhakti, the cosmic energy; Śhaktas; various sects; views about creation, destruction, worship, occult powers, and 'Union'; right-hand and lefthand Tantrics; prevalence of Tantrism in east India during medieval period and rise of Buddhist Tantrism and its spread to Tibet, Śhakti peethas in India, great tantriks and their contributions. 52

53 HNP 5701 Contemporary Hindu Philosophers Contemporary Hindu Philosophers constitute a cross-section of views of modern Hindu Philosophers concerning religion and metaphysics and their interpretative role. Most Hindu Philosophers are practical men of religion. They lived in accordance with what they preached and they were mostly realized souls (i.e. people who have had experience of the ultimate reality through their own specific ways). The course involves the evaluation and appreciation of the work of contemporary Hindu philosophers including 1. Sri Ramakrishna 2. Swami Vivekananda 3. Rabindranath Tagore 4. Dr. S. Radhakrishnan 5. Sri Ramana Maharishi 6. Sri Aurobindo 7. Jiddu Krishnamurthy HNP 5702 Introduction to the Philosophy of Sri Aurobindo Sri Aurobindo, the great Indian sage, philosopher, poet and revolutionary, virtually defies description in light of the immense range of his achievements and impact. This course presents an introduction to Sri Aurobindo s philosophy as the foundation of his Integral Yoga. Sri Aurobindo described his philosophical perspective in his masterwork, The Life Divine. Portions of this profound work will be studied as the basis of the course, addressing primarily Sri Aurobindo s conceptualization of the nature of reality and the implications that extend from this, including his world view of integral Advaitism. Sri Aurobindo s writing includes an evolutionary perspective, addressing evolution at both the individual and cosmic levels. Within this is his vision of a higher destiny for humanity, as the evolutionary trajectory extends into the future. HNP 5801 Nyāya and Vaiśheṣhika Schools of logic and analysis; both of these as twin philosophies; Indian logic and epistemology; Vaiśheṣhika's emphasis on 'atomic' theory; individual and particulars; valid means of knowledge (pramāna, their categories), theory of errors, plurality of souls; Nyaya's logic, comparison with Aristotelian logic, comparison of some of the Nyāya Vaishesika concepts with modern scientific concepts, concept of liberation. HNP 5802 Sāmkhya and Yoga Two sister philosophies, purpose and goal, dualism in Sāmkhya, concepts of Puruṣha and Prakṛiti, theory of causation, three Guṇas, Sāmkhya and psychological evolution, valid means of knowledge, concept of God, twenty-four basic principles (Tattvas); Yoga-meaning and definition, eight limbs of Yoga, 53

54 Yoga as an instrument of meditation and psychology and discipline for Selfrealization. HNP 5803 Purva Mīmāṃsa and Uttara Mīmāṃsa Important teachings of Purva Mīmāṃsa vis-a-vis concepts of Dharma (duty), and authenticity and infallibility of Veda s importance of Karma Kāṇca of the Veda s, valid means of knowledge, the schools of Prabhākara and Kumarila Bhatta, nature of reality, ethics, Apūrva, liberation, concept of God. Uttara Mīmāṃsa or Vedanta as philosophical culmination of Vedic and Upaniṣhadic learning; two Mīmāṃsas as representative of Karma Kāṇca and Jñāna Kāṇca, two directions in Vedic philosophy, relation of Vedanta to other schools of philosophy, the concepts of Ātman, Brahman, the world and liberation. HNP 5900 Independent Study I HNP 6101 Selected Topics in Hindu Philosophies HNP 6900 Independent Study 2 variable 1- variable 1- variable 1- HNP 6999 Master s Thesis Research 6 credits Research of sufficient merit and originality leading to a Master s thesis in Hindu Philosophies HNP 7999 Doctoral Thesis Research 30 credits Research of sufficient merit and originality leading to a Doctoral thesis in Hindu Philosophies 54

55 Summary of Requirements for Hindu Philosophies Programs for Coursework and Thesis Option HINDU PHILOSOPHIES PROGRAMS HU Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program (30 credits) HU Diploma in Hindu Philosophies (18 credits) Doctoral Program (HU Fellow) in Hinduism (60 credits) HU Core courses HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5002 HUC 5002 HUC 5003 HUC 5003 Program Core Selection of 3 Core HNP 5001 Selection of 3 Core Courses Courses HNP 5002 Courses (9 credits) HNP 5003 HNP 5801 HNP 5802 (9 credits) Electives Options Course- Work option Selection of 4 elective courses (12 credits) N/A Thesis option Two Elective Courses (6 credit) + Thesis (6 credits) Four Elective Courses (12 credits) + Thesis (30 credits) 55

56 11 Academic Programs in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation The Yoga Philosophy and Meditation Program provides an in-depth study of the science and philosophy of Yoga, and other systems of meditation. Emphasis is placed in understanding the psychological and scientific approaches behind the Yoga Sūtras, Sāmkhya, and the Vedantic and Upaniṣhadic streams of thought Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program Requirements The Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program in Yoga Philosophy & Meditation requires a minimum of 30 credits as follows University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5002 Practices of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit 3 Core Courses in Yoga Philosophy & Meditation YPM 5001 Patañjali's Yoga Darśhana YPM 5002 Kapila's Sāmkhya Darśhana YPM 5003 Yoga Philosophy & Meditation 2 Elective Courses in Yoga Philosophy & Meditation 6 credits Master s thesis or 2 more Electives 6 credits 11.2 Doctoral Degree (Fellow) Requirements Doctoral degree program requires successful completion of at least 60 credits of studies as follows University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5002 Practices of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit 3 Core Courses in Yoga Philosophy & Meditation YPM 5001 Patañjali's Yoga Darśhana YPM 5002 Kapila's Sāmkhya Darśhana YPM 5003 Yoga Philosophy & Meditation 4 Elective Courses on Yoga Philosophy & Meditation 12 credits Doctoral Thesis 30 credits 56

57 11.3 Diploma Program in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation (YPM) Diploma HUA Diploma program is intended to provide the students with an exposure to the philosophy and principles of Yoga and Meditation at a level intermediate between Bachelor s and Master s degrees. The following courses are required for HUA Diploma in YPM Two University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Three Subject Courses YPM 5001 Patañjali s Yoga Darśhana YPM 5002 Kapila s Sāmkhya Darśhana YPM 5003 Yoga Philosophy & Meditation One Elective Course YPM 5104 Message of Gītā or Any other Elective Course in Yoga Philosophy & Meditation 11.4 Core courses for Master s (or Advanced Diploma) and Doctoral (Fellow) programs in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation YPM 5001 Patañjali's Yoga Darśhana This course examines Yoga tradition in India beginning with Lord Śiva, Patañjali s Yoga System, basic approaches Samādhi, Sādhana and Kaivalya, emphasizing Sāmkhya teachings and their relationship with Yoga. YPM 5002 Kapila's Sāmkhya Darśhana Sāmkhya as psychological evolution of cosmos; concepts of Puruṣha and Prakṛiti; twenty four evolutes; relationship and comparisons between Buddhist and Upaniṣhadic and Vedantic teachings. YPM 5003 Yoga Philosophy & Meditation Understanding of Patañjali's Yoga Darśhana; Yoga as psychology; suffering and Yoga as release from suffering; tradition of meditation in India; theories of Puruṣha and Prakṛiti; three Guṇas; eight-fold path leading to Samādhi; relevance of Yoga in modern life. 57

58 11.5 Elective courses for Master s (or Advanced Diploma) and Doctoral programs in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation YPM 5101 Ancient Yogis and Their Teachings Description of Yogis in Veda s; tradition and teachings of Jain and Buddhist Yogis; Yoga as practiced in various schools and sects with basic emphasis on Patañjali's Yoga Sūtra and its twin philosophy of Sāmkhya. YPM 5102 Medieval Yogis and Their Teachings Study of Yogis in legend and folklore; various schools, Gorakhnath and Kanphata or the Split-ear Yogis; Siddha Yoga; Haṭha Yoga; Kuṇcalini, Chakras, Nācis; Yoga in Tantrism; Right-wing and Left-wing; importance of Guru; asceticism and supernatural elements in such practices. YPM 5103 Modern Yogis and Their Teachings Centers around life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda, Swami Yogananda, Aurobindo, Ramana Maharishi, Satya Sai Baba, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, Swami Muktananda, and other eminent Yogis and spiritual masters. YPM 5104 Message of Srimad Bhagavad Gītā (Course description same as HIN 5104, Hinduism Program) YPM 5201 Four Paths of Yoga Explores four paths in attainment of 'Union' with self, namely Karma (action), Jñāna (Knowledge), Bhakti (Devotion) and Rāja Yoga (Meditation), relationship of beings with the world, and ultimate reality. YPM 5202 Relevance of Yoga in Modern Times Based on various analytical studies and bio-feedback, in addition to studies by Western thinkers and writers, this course focuses on the importance of age-old principles and practices of Yoga and its relevance in modern times. YPM 5203 Spiritual Linguistics Vak-Yoga is a yoga technique which utilizes the linguistic speech formation and expression as a process, for the realization of the goal of Yoga. It is a progression from the Body-yoga to Body-Mind integration yoga ; a progression from the body-breath yoga to mind-speech yoga. It emphasizes the power of Mind over Body. Body refinement needs to be matched with mind refinement for better human relations and peace. YPM 5301 Yoga and Other Indian Philosophies With focus on basic teachings and practices of Patañjali's Yoga, this course covers comparative study of this system with various approaches in other systems s u c h as Vedanta, Buddhism, and Jainism, their s i m i l a r i t i e s and dissimilarities. 58

59 YPM 5302 Yoga and Buddhist Meditation Knowledge of important aspects of agreements and disagreements in meditation traditions in Buddhism including Theravada school, Tibetan Vajra Yana, Chinese Ch'an and Japanese Zen. YPM 5303 Yoga and Sufi Meditation Sufism, though conspicuously close to Vedanta, bears intimate similarities to Yoga with its esoteric practices such as asceticism; importance of Murshid (Guru); significance of recitation, asceticism and purification of mind. YPM 5401 Yoga and Tantric Meditation Concept of Śhakti, the cosmic energy; Śhaktas; various sects; views about creation, destruction, worship, occult powers, and 'Union'; right-hand and lefthand Tantrics; prevalence of Tantrism in east India during medieval period and rise of Buddhist Tantrism and its spread to Tibet. YPM 5501 Principles and Practice of Haṭha Yoga Investigates the principles and practices of physical culture, various Āsanas, Kuṇcalini, Chakras, Nācis, rules for Prāṇāyāma and meditation; preventive, curative and holistic aspects of Āsanas. YPM 5900 Independent Study 1 variable 1- Undertake an individualized mode of instruction, and/or research, to be approved by the department. YPM 6101 Selected Topics in Yoga Philosophy & Meditation variable 1- Special topics not included above to be taught by resident or visiting faculty as approved by the department. YPM 6900 Independent Study 2 variable 1-5 credits Undertake an individualized mode of instruction, and/or research, to be approved by the department. YPM 6999 Master s Thesis Research 6 credits Research leading to a master s thesis in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation. YPM 7999 Doctoral Thesis Research 30 credits Research leading to a doctoral thesis in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation. 59

60 Summary of Requirements for Yoga Philosophy and Meditation for Coursework and Thesis Option YOGA PHILOSOPHY AND MEDITATION PROGRAMS HU Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program (30 credits) HU Diploma (18 credits) Doctoral Program (HU Fellow) (60 credits) HU Core courses HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5002 HUC 5002 HUC 5003 HUC 5003 HUC 5003 Program Core Courses YPM 5001 YPM 5001 YPM 5001 YPM 5002 YPM 5002 YPM 5002 YPM 5003 YPM 5003 YPM 5003 Electives Options Course- Work option Selection of 4 elective courses (12 credits) Selection of 1 elective course (3 credits) N/A Thesis option Two Elective Courses (6 credit) + Thesis (6 credits) Four Elective Courses (12 credits) + Thesis (30 credits) 60

61 12 Academic Program in Yoga Education This program provides training for advanced students and qualifies participants as certified teachers of Haṭha Yoga. In addition to successfully completing the series of Haṭha Yoga courses and mastering Āsanas, the student engages in the study of the principles and practices of meditation, the Yoga Sūtras, Prāṇāyāma practices, Yoga Nidrā relaxation techniques and meditation. Students are required to prepare lesson plans and critically review lesson plans of classmates, discuss and lead practical classes as part of their training. Śhat Karmas are introduced and a few of the less rigorous ones are practiced Master s Degree or (Advanced Diploma) Requirements Master s program in Yoga Education consists of minimum 30 credits as follows University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5002 Practices of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit 6 Core Courses in Yoga Education YED 5001 Patañjali's Yoga Darśhana YED 5002 Yoga Philosophy & Meditation YED 5003 Introductory Haṭha Yoga YED 5004 Intermediate Haṭha Yoga YED 5005 Advanced Haṭha Yoga YED 5006 Yoga Physiology 1 Elective Course in Yoga Education NOTE 1 Students with Master s degree (or Advanced Diploma) in Yoga Education may continue toward Doctoral degree (Fellow award) in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation. NOTE 2 Also, see HUA s special program with Amrit Yoga Institute for Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) in Yoga Education HUA Diploma Program in Yoga Education This diploma is at a level between Bachelor s and Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) program and is intended to provide the students sufficient exposure to the philosophy, principles and practices of Haṭha Yoga and to qualify them for basic certification as teachers of Haṭha Yoga. Candidates for this diploma will complete the minimum requirement of 18 credits listed below, which includes one university core course. 1 University Core Course HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism 5 Subject Courses YED 5001 Patañjali s Yoga Darśhana 61

62 YED 5003 Introductory Haṭha Yoga YED 5004 Intermediate Haṭha Yoga YED 5005 Advanced Haṭha Yoga YED 5006 Yoga Physiology Core courses in Master s (or Advanced Diploma) Program in Yoga Education YED 5001 Patañjali s Yoga Darśhana Examines Yoga tradition in India beginning with Lord Śiva, Patañjali s Yoga System, basic approaches Samādhi, Sādhana and Kaivalya, emphasizing Sāmkhya teachings and their relationship with Yoga. (Same as YPM 5001). YED 5002 Yoga Philosophy and Meditation Understanding of Patañjali's Yoga Darśhana; Yoga as psychology; suffering and Yoga as release from suffering; tradition of meditation in India; theories of Puruṣha and Prakṛiti; three Guṇas; eight-fold path leading to Samādhi; relevance of Yoga for modern life. (Same as YPM 5003). YED 5003 Introductory Haṭha Yoga Knowledge of basic principles of Haṭha Yoga with a focus on the physical system and how it is affected by Āsanas; building physical and mental strength through repeated practice and mastery of introductory Āsanas; their importance toward health and wellness. Participants are introduced early to work with breath and learn relaxation techniques. YED 5004 Intermediate Haṭha Yoga This course continues to build upon the person s awareness and concentration. Individual is guided to work within his/her limitations and to practice counterposes. Initially the attention is placed on physical (muscular, sensations and breath), and gradually shifts to the subtler levels, the mental and psychological aspects. Benefits and contra-indications are also discussed. To this end many sessions emphasize relaxation and breathing techniques, Śhatkarma practices which allow the participants to become aware of their internal environments. Deepens practice and skills of medium level Āsanas, awareness of breath and movements and physical and mental culture, understanding of Kuṇcalini, Nācis, Chakras. (Pre-requisite YED 5003). YED 5005 Advanced Haṭha Yoga This advanced course trains the student as a practitioner and teacher of Haṭha Yoga; it involves intensive study of Haṭha Yoga, mastery of advanced Āsanas, Yoga Nidrā, awareness of Kuṇcalini, Chakras, Nācis, Prāṇas, Mantras and Yantras. Participants are introduced to Haṭha Yoga texts, Yoga sūtras and the four paths of Yoga in Bhagwad Gītā. Emphasis is placed on students selecting 62

63 and researching a broad range of topics, including Yoga as therapy and making presentations to the class, as part of their training in lesson planning and teaching. YED 5006 Yoga Physiology Provides understanding of human physical system, its mobility and performance; significance of Āsanas for bodily and mental fitness; exercise physiology; exercise and recreation; exercise as prevention. Elective courses in Master s / Advanced Diploma Program Yoga Education YED 5101 Prāṇāyāma Survey of Prāṇa as cosmic energy and breath; breathing for life; breathing of body and mind; techniques of rhythmic breathing and breath control, Bastrika, Kapālabhāti, Bhrāmari, Nāci śhodhana, Rechaka (exhalation), Pūraka (inhalation), and Kumbhaka (retention); relevant Mudrās and Āsanas. YED 5201 Mind Body Relationship Centers around understanding of working of mind particularly according to Yoga Darśhana and of body according to Haṭha Yoga; interconnection between mind and body; importance of mental health for physical fitness and vice versa. YED 5301 Yoga Therapy Combines Yoga and Haṭha Yoga; examines specific remedial benefits of Yoga psychology and Haṭha Yoga physical culture; various Āsanas with their specific regulating influence on different parts and functions of the body; preventive and curative applications of contemplation and exercise of Āsanas for holistic health. YED 5302 Yoga and Longevity Yoga as life science; study of life and activities of Yogis; their life style in food habits, living, breathing, attitudes, general world view; Yoga as a way to enrich life quantitatively as well as qualitatively. YED 5104 Message of Srimad Bhagavad Gītā (Course description same as HIN 5104 under Hinduism program) YED 5303 Introduction to Ayurveda An overview of the science and philosophy of Ayurvedic system of wellness and medicine; spiritual and historical background; Vāta, Pitta and Kapha doṣha s; Ayurvedic pulse reading; Ayurvedic nutrition and diet; herbology. YED 5900 Independent Study variable 1- Participation in an individualized mode of instruction at the beginning graduate level as arranged with a member of departmental faculty. 63

64 YED 6101 Selected Topics in Yoga Education 1- Special topics not included above to be taught by resident or visiting faculty as approved by the department. Summary of Requirements for Yoga Education Program for Coursework and Thesis Option YOGA EDUCATION PROGRAMS HU Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program (30 credits) HU Diploma (18 credits) HU Core courses HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5002 HUC 5003 Program Core Courses YED 5001 YED 5001 YED 5002 YED 5003 YED 5003 YED 5004 YED 5004 YED 5005 YED 5005 YED 5006 YED 5006 Electives Options Course-Work option Thesis option Selection of 1 elective course () N/A 64

65 12.3 Special Program in collaboration with Amrit Yoga Institute for Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program in Yoga Education (This program is academically comparable to Hindu University of America Master s degree/advanced Diploma in Yoga Education, described earlier, and is offered jointly by AYI and HUA) The AYI part of program has two levels Level 1 and Level II and is offered in four 10-day residence training sessions by the Amrit Yoga Institute, (AYI), Salt Springs, FL. The two core courses in Principles of Hinduism and Basic Sanskrit are taught by Hindu University of America (HUA). Participants who have already met the prerequisite of a Bachelor s degree receive a Master s degree from HUA. Those who do not have a Bachelor s degree receive an Advanced Diploma from HUA and AYI. LEVEL 1 (21 Credits) University Core Courses (To be completed with HUA) HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism Course description same as given in University Core Courses section of Catalog HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Course descriptions same as given in University Core Courses section of Catalog Yoga Education Core Courses YED 5001 (Alternate) Classical Yoga Theory Origins & history of Yoga, Traditional paths of yoga, Selected readings from Bhagavad Gītā, Patañjali s Yoga Sūtras, Aṣhtāṇga Yoga system, Anatomy and physiology chakra system & Prāṇa body, Yoga Nidrā. YED 5002 (Alternate) An Innovated Yoga, Pt-I History & Lineage of Amrit Yoga; Amrit Yoga based on Aṣhtāṇga yoga, Kośhas, Kriyās & Nāci Shuddhi, Yogic diet, energy management, The Three Stages of Amrit Yoga, Āsana technique, Prāṇāyāma techniques, Meditation techniques, Kriyās, Mudrās and Yoga Nidrā, Organization, administration and development of yoga classes. Pt-II- 1 Swadhyāya (Self-Study); Journaling, Teacher s manual supervised study in small groups, Personal assignment study and review time. Note Pt-I will be covered in lectures, Pt-II by in class study. YED 5003 (Alternate) Hath Yoga-I (65 hrs. of direct instructions) Amrit Yoga Āsana Sequence and Core Components, Prāṇāyāma Practice, Dhyāna-Meditation practice. 65

66 YED 5004 (Alternate) Hath Yoga-2 (65 hrs. of hard practice, as instructed) Practice of Āsana, Prāṇāyāma, Meditation to attain mastery over them. YED 6201 Dissertation Student will write dissertation in about 6,000 words, based on literature and experience under the direction of a major supervisor. LEVEL 2 (19 Credits) YED 5401 Advanced Classical Yoga Theory Advanced practice of Asanas, Pranayama and meditation YED 5402 Advanced Classical Yoga Theory II Advanced practice - Mudras and Kriyas 4 credits 2 credits YED 5403 Advanced Classical Yoga Theory III 4 credits Selections from Bhagvad Gītā, Patañjali Yoga Sūtras, Haṭha Yoga Pradīpikā. YED 5501 Practice of Advanced Techniques 1 To be selected by the instructor. YED 5502 Practice of Advanced Techniques II To be selected by the instructor. YED 6301 Dissertation Student will write dissertation (approx. 7,500 words) under the direction of a major supervisor, based on advanced literature and greater experience. Students wishing additional information on the above program are advised to contact HUA or AYI directly. 66

67 13 Master s Program in Vedic Astrology (Jyotiṣh) The Master s degree program in Jyotiṣh (Vedic Astrology) is designed to lead the students to a deeper knowledge of Jyotiṣh, the traditional ancient Hindu Science of predicting past, present and future for individuals as well as for entities. Currently HUA has an arrangement with the American College of Vedic Astrology (ACVA) for collaborative teaching of certain courses. There are two routes open to persons interested in earning Master s Degree from Hindu University of America in Vedic Astrology 1. Students registered with Hindu University of America, may be advised to take some courses with ACVA per ACVA s schedule and fee structure. 2. Persons successfully completing Level I and Level II certificates from ACVA, can register with HUA and complete the Master s Program by doing 2 University Core courses and a Master s Thesis / Elective Courses as described in this section Master s Degree program (or Advanced Diploma) in Jyotiṣh Requirements University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Program Core Courses JYO 5101 General Astrology & Astronomy JYO 5102 Mathematical and Predictive Astrology JYO 5201 Birth Time Rectification, Yoga and Transits JYO 5202 Delineation of Charts, Vimśhottari Daśhā JYO 5203 Annual Horoscopy or Tajik System JYO 5204 Calculation and Effects of Six Types of Planetary Strengths or the Shad-Bala JYO 5205 Divisional Charts JYO 5301 Aṣhtakvarga and Judgement of Bhāva s JYO 5302 Horary (Praśhṇa) JYO 5303 Jaimini Astrology JYO 5401 Longevity and Medical Astrology JYO 5402 Timing of Marriage, Muhūrta & Match Making JYO 5403 Astro Meteorology and Mundane Astrology Practice, Seminars and Thesis JYO 6001 Intensive Seminar I JYO 6002 Intensive Seminar II JYO 6999 Master s Thesis (6 credits) (21 credits) 2 credits 2 credits 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit 1 credit 2 credits 2 credits 2 credits 1 credit 2 credits 1 credit (10 credits) 2 credits 2 credits 6 credits 67

68 13. 2 Core Courses for Master s Degree Program in Jyotiṣh Currently these courses are offered by ACVA as part of their Level I and Level II certification program. JYO 5101 General Astrology & Astronomy 2 credits Theory and history of Vedic Astrology, value and use of Vedic Astrology, Astrology and modern sciences, Astrology and karma, relevance of Vedic Astrology, Astrology and Psychology. The Solar System, earth and the sky, planetary system, inner and outer planets, the north and the south nodes, comets, shadow planets, stars, ecliptic, equator, longitude and latitude, sidereal and tropical zodiac, constellations, planets in Hindu Astronomy-which are important for Vedic Astrology, the lunar, solar and the luni-solar year, almanac or the Vedic Pañchanga, eclipses. JYO 5102 Mathematical and Predictive Astrology Astrological terminology, time measures, ayanaṃśhas, time differences and various time zones, vedic sunrise and sunset, casting of horoscope by modern and traditional methods, twelve houses and their significations, nine planets and their properties, twelve signs and their characteristics, ownership of nine planets, exaltation and debilitations of planets, planets and their significations, planetary aspects, longevity, marakas or death inflicting combinations, judgement of chart and results of different ascending signs. JYO 5201 Birth Time Rectification, Yoga and Transits 2 credits Birth time rectifications and the traditional theories of correcting a chart, key planets for different ascendents, lunar yogas - sunapha, anapha, Durudhara, Kemadruma, Gaj kesari, Chandra mangala, Adhi yoga, Amala yoga, solar yoga vesi, vasi, Ubhayachari, budha aditya, other yogas lagnadhi, Amala, Ruchaka, Bhadra, Hamsa, Malarya, Garuda, Kedar, Sasa, Sakata, MahaBhāgya, Raj yoga, Vipreet raj yogas, effects of transits, transits of Saturn, Jupiter and nodes. JYO 5202 Delineation of Charts,Vimśhottari Daśhā 1 credit Delineation of birth chart by applying principles from the classical books, timing of events through major sub and sub- sub periods of planets, synthesis of dynamic planetary configurations, calculation and interpretations of Vimśhottari Daśhās, important clues from classical books. JYO 5203 Annual Horoscopy or Tajik System 1 credit Casting of the annual chart, promises of the annual chart, understanding the annual chart through tajik periods, sahams for income, marriage, job and other important events, yogas of Tajik for annual horoscopy, predicting the events of a 68

69 particular year through annual tajik chart, methods to combine natal and annual Tajik chart. JYO 5204 Calculation and Effects of Six Type of Planetary Strengths (Shad-Bala) 1 credit The sthāna bala or the positional strength, the dṛik bala or the directional strength, the kāla bala or the periodical strength, the chestā bala, or the operational strength, the naisargika bala or the natural strength and the Dṛik bala or the aspectual strength. Calculations and implications of six types of planetary strengths, their importance while giving predictions, practical illustrations and case-studies. JYO 5205 Divisional Charts 1 credit Importance of vargas or the divisional charts, importance of Hora, Drekkana, Navamsha, Saptamsha, Dwadashamsha, Dashamsha, Trimshamsha charts in day to day predictions. Combining divisional charts with natal charts for predictions. Divisional charts and their significance. JYO 5301 Aṣhtakvarga and Judgement of Bhāva s 2 credits Calculation of Bhimashtaka Pratharashtaka and Sarvashloka. Importance of Sarvashtaka points in relation to transits of planets. Prastharashaka - an advance vedic technique and dots of destiny, Kakhya for closer timing, generalities of individual ashtavarga, ashtashvarga of Sun, Moon, Mars, Mercury, Jupiter, Venus and Saturn. Reduction and shodhya pinda, timing of events through vimshottari and sarvashtaka, calculation of longevity through ashtakavarga. The twelve Bhāva s and their analysis. What to judge from each Bhava, different yogas in different Bhāva s, planets and their significations in different Bhāva s, special signification of Bhāva s. JYO 5302 Horary (Praśhṇa) 2 credits Calculation of Praśhṇa chart, understanding the query from quadrant houses, understanding the type of question on the basis of planetary strengths. Judging the strength of the enemy and his moves, judging the malefic and benefic tendencies of a new visitor, auspicious yogas of Praśhṇa, determining the sickness and the period of recovery from sickness from the horary chart, determining the period of coming back of a person from a long and distant journey, determining the safe return of a kidnapped or a missing person, theft and the thief, determining the recovery of a stolen article, determining the appearance or appearances of a thief or thieves. Calculating the location of a stolen article. Praśhṇa and the relationship, Praśhṇa and the appearance of spouse. Use of navamsha and drekkāṇa in Horary or Praśhṇa chart. Determining the sex of a yet to be born baby from Praśhṇa chart. 69

70 JYO 5303 Jaimini Astrology 2 credits Calculation of Jaimini's chara dasha, calculation of karakas, Ārūcha lagna, results of Ātmakāraka in different signs, Jaimini aspects, aspects on kārakāṃśha lagna by various planets, results from 2nd, 4th, 7th, 10th house from Kārakamsha, 12th from aroodha lagna, Jaimini raj Yogas, Pada lagna, calculation of different padas, results from different padas, Up-pada and its signification in marriage life, spiritual inclinations from karakamsha lagna, timing through Jaimini's chara dasha, how to combine Vimshottari and jaimini's chara dasha of different signs. Jaimini's sthira dasha and sthira karakas, Jaimini clue to ascertain cause of death. JYO 5401 Medical Astrology 1 credit Pre-requisites JYO 5202 & JYO 5205 This course covers the fundamental concepts of Astrology including the relationship with Macro Cosmos and Micro cosmos Edifice of Astrology and Karma theory Meanings of Astrological terminologies. Signification of Zodical signs, houses, planets and stars with relevance to Medical Astrology, parts of the human body ruled by signs, planets and stars study of a healthy body (Deha Soukhya Yoga) or diseased body (Deha Kashta Yoga). JYO 5402 Timing of Marriage, Muhūrta & Match Making 2 credits Seventh house and afflictions to it. Combinations for delay in marriage. Difference between denial and delay in marriage, Navamsha and the quality of married life, affliction of Venus and its effect on married life. Timing of marriage through Vimshottari, Chara dasha and important transits, electional astrology or Muhurta, role of good lunar date for starting an important and auspicious project. Importance of yoga, karaṇa, nakśhatra for electional or Muhurta astrology. Transit of Moon and the Muhurta. Muhurta for marriage, Muhurta for undertaking an important assignment, Muhurta for starting a long and important journey, match making - matching the two horoscopes for marriage or relationships, 36 gaṇa points and koota points, position of Moon in each chart. Bad effects of six-eight or two-twelve relationships of Moon. Position of Venus and sexual compatibility, Daśhā of planets in 6th, 8th and 12th houses and success of marriage. The ideal match. JYO 5403 Astro Meteorology and Mundane Astrology 1 credit Predicting weather from movements of planets. Transit of Sun and Moon in different signs for predicting weather patterns, predicting natural disasters e.g. earthquakes, cyclones etc. from various planetary transits, market trends and mundane astrology. Countries and their new year chart as per Hindu New Year. Important events and the importance of a new year chart. The various significations of twelve houses in a country's chart. 70

71 JYO 6001 Practice/ Seminar I 2 credits Practical experience of astrology, preparation of horoscopes, participation in seminars and Jyotiṣh conferences, writing articles related to Jyotiṣh. Documentation and records of activities needed. JYO 6002 Practice Seminar II 2 credits Practical experience of astrology, preparation of horoscopes, participation in seminars and Jyotiṣh conferences, writing articles related to Jyotish. Documentation and records of activities needed. JYO 6101 Selected Topics in Jyotiṣh JYO 6999 Master s Thesis Research thesis of sufficient merit and originality on a topic in Vedic Jyotiṣh. 6 credits Summary of Requirements for Vedic Astrology (Jyotiṣh) Programs VEDIC ASTROLOGY (JYOTISH) PROGRAMS HU Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program (37 credits) HUC Core Courses (6 credits) HUC 5001 HUC 5003 Program Core Courses JYO 5101 JYO 5102 JYO 5201 JYO 5202 JYO 5203 JYO 5204 JYO 5205 JYO 5301 JYO 5302 JYO 5303 JYO 5401 JYO 5402 JYO 5403 Seminars, Practice etc. (4 credits) JYO 6001 JYO 6002 Thesis (6 credits) JYO 6999 (Note Jyotiṣh Department also offers JYO 5001 Basic Jyotiṣh course design for programs in Hindu Divinity. Please see p.90 in the Section 17 on Paurohitya program.) 71

72 14 Academic Program in Ayurvedic Sciences This program is designed to present instruction and experience in principles and practices of Ayurveda. The graduates will be qualified health educators and Ayurvedic practitioners to the extent allowed by their existing health care licenses. The program requires a study with Ayurvedic practitioners in the US or India Master s Degree (Advanced Diploma) in Ayurveda Requirements Students currently have several options to complete a Master s of Ayurveda degree 1) Completion of coursework with Kerala Ayurveda Academy and HU. 2) Completion of coursework with California College of Ayurveda and HU. 3) Completion of all Ayurvedic coursework with HU Master s Degree (Advanced Diploma) in Ayurveda in collaboration with Kerala Ayurveda Academy This program consists of completion of the following courses with Kerala 1) Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner training 2) Advanced Ayurvedic Practitioner training Please refer to Kerala for a listing of their requirements http// This program consists of completion of the following 12 credits with HU Thesis Option 1) HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism 2) HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit 3) AYS 6999 Master s Thesis 6 credits Non Thesis Option 1) HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism 2) HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Completion of two courses from the following group YPM 5001 Patanjali s Yoga Darshana YPM 5002 Kapila s Samkhya Darshana YPM 5003 Yoga Philosophy and Meditation JYO 5401 Medical Astrology YPM 5203 Spiritual Linguistics 72

73 Master s Degree (Advanced Diploma) in Ayurveda in collaboration with the California College of Ayurveda This program consists of completion of the following courses with CCA 1) Completion of Level 3 Please refer to CCA for a listing of their requirements This program consists of completion of the following 12 credits with HU Thesis Option 1) HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism 2) HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit 3) AYS 6999 Master s Thesis 6 credits Non Thesis Option 1) HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism 2) HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Completion of two courses from the following group YPM 5001 Patanjali s Yoga Darshana YPM 5002 Kapila s Samkhya Darshana YPM 5003 Yoga Philosophy and Meditation JYO 5401 Medical Astrology YPM 5203 Spiritual Linguistics Completion of all Ayurvedic coursework with HU All courses listed here are required of all students (except for the possible credit for life experiences) for the degree of Master of Ayurveda. This program is open for health care practitioners including medical doctors, chiropractic physicians, osteopathic physicians, naturopathic physicians and acupuncturists. This program requires completion of 4 with HU. 2 University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Courses in Ayurveda AYS 5001 Śharīra Vigyan Ayurvedic Perspective of the Human Body 2 credits AYS 5002 Nidan-Ayurvedic Diagnosis Constitutional Examination 2 credits AYS 5003 Vanaspati Śhāstra Medicinal Herbs and Herbal Therapy 4 credits AYS 5004 Chikitsa -Treatment Diet and other Therapeutic Approaches 2 credits 73

74 AYS 5005 Specialized Therapies Subtle Healing Modalities of Ayurveda 2 credits AYS 5006 Stri Vigyan Ayurvedic Perspective of Gynecology, Obstetrics, and Surgery AYS 6999 Thesis 12 credits AYS 7001 Practice Experience 10 credits COURSE LISTING- All courses to be completed AYS 5001 Śharīra Vigyan Ayurvedic Perspective of the Human Body 2 credits The spiritual and historical background of Ayurveda, Ayurvedic Cosmology, origin of Elements, the three Guṇas, the disease process in Ayurveda, Anatomy and Physiology from an Ayurvedic perspective, biological humors, sites of the humors, twenty attributes, five types of Vāta, Pitta and Kapha, Dhātu s UpaDhātu s and Malas of Dhātu s, Kalas, Malas and Agni, bodily systems, organs of the body. AYS 5002 Nidan-Ayurvedic Diagnosis Constitutional Examination 2 credits Studies of the seven humeral types, basic bodily structure, constitutional types and value judgments, mental nature; disease process including increase, aggravation and alleviation of the humors, the humors and climates, Ojas the essential energy of the immune system, and the movement of the humors through the disease pathways, Ayurveda and the examination of disease including the imbalance of the humors, Sama and nirama conditions, diagnosis and patient examination, methods of diagnosis, pulse and organ correspondences. AYS 5003 Vanaspati Śhāstra Medicinal Herbs and Herbal Therapy 4 credits The science of the six tastes, synergistic combinations, therapeutic herbs, Ayurvedic herbalism in perspective, treatment of digestive and eliminatory disorders, treating the seven tissue elements, elimination system, additional Ayurvedic herbal preparations, commonly available herbs, special oriental herbs, planetary herbology. AYS 5004 Chikitsa - Treatment Diet and other Therapeutic Approaches 2 credits Ayurvedic Nutritional Counseling - Principles, general diet for Vāta, Pitta & Kapha comprehensive Ayurvedic food list, vegetables, grains/ energetics and general nature, milk, oils, condiments and spices; Ayurvedic therapeutic approaches including tonification and reduction, purification therapy, follow up practices (uttara karma), marma points and Ayurvedic massage, advanced treatment 74

75 methods, accumulation of the doṣha s through the senses, the science of Prāṇa or the life-force and Prāṇa and water. AYS 5005 Specialized Therapies Subtle Healing Modalities of Ayurveda 2 credits Subtle Healing Modalities of Ayurveda Studies include Aroma therapy, color therapy, gem therapy, mantra and sound therapy and integral healing system; yoga and Ayurvedic Psychology including spiritual principles of Ayurveda, the functions of the mind, the system of yoga, Anatomy and Physiology of the subtle body, the fourteen major Nācis, practical applications, metabolism on the various levels of the mind, intake of positive impressions. AYS 5006 Stri Vigyan Ayurvedic Perspective of Gynecology, Obstetrics, and Surgery Anatomy of female genital organs, case taking, Physiology of menstruation, menstrual disorders, pelvic infection, tumors of the genital tract and ovary; maternal child health care; male and female reproductive organs; human reproduction, fetal physiology, maternal nutrition and diet, management of normal pregnancy; high risk pregnancy, gynecological operations and contraception. AYS 6999 Thesis 12 credits Should be directed toward particular Ayurvedic modalities like Nutritional Counseling, Herbology, Ayurvedic Massage, Pañcha Karma, Ayurveda and Yoga Therapy and based upon guided study with an approved tutor. AYS 7001 Practice Experience 10 credits Approximately one month intensive training in India or USA in an Ayurvedic Institution with an Ayurvedic Hospital. 75

76 Summary of Requirements for Ayurvedic Programs for Coursework and Thesis Options with HU AYURVEDIC SCIENCES PROGRAMS HU Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program (4) HU Core courses HUC 5001 HUC 5003 Program Core Courses AYS 5001 AYS 5002 AYS 5003 AYS 5004 AYS 5005 AYS 5006 Practice Experience AYS 7001 Electives Options Course-Work option Thesis option N/A Thesis (12 credits) 76

77 15 Academic Program in Divine Music Music is an essential part of Hindu traditions. The program is designed to impart instructions both in theory and practice of Indian music with classical base and devotional orientation Master s Degree (Advanced Diploma) in Divine Music Requirements University Core Courses (9 credits) HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5002 Practices of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit 5 Core Courses in Divine Music (12 credits) HDM 5001 The Path of Music 2 credits HDM 5002 Devotional Singing - Bhakti gāna HDM 5003 Joy of Melody - Raga Singing 2 credits HDM 5004 The Joys of Music Training - Scales and Exercises HDM 5005 Life as Music 2 credits Elective Course(s) in Divine Music Master s dissertation or additional Electives 6 credits 15.2 Doctoral Degree (Fellow Award) Requirements Doctoral degree or Fellow Award program requires successful completion of at least sixty credit hours of studies. The breakup is as follows University Core Courses (9 credits) HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5002 Practices of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Core Courses in Divine Music (12 credits) HDM 5001 The Path of Music 2 credits HDM 5002 Devotional Singing - Bhakti gāna HDM 5003 Joy of Melody - Rāga Singing 2 credits HDM 5004 The Joys of Music Training - Scales and Exercises HDM 5005 Life as Music 2 credits Elective Courses in Indian Music 9 credits Doctoral Thesis 30 credits HDM 5001 The Path of Music 2 credits (Available as Distance Learning course also.) Nāda Brahma music as a path to God, steps on this path, Nārada, gandharva-s and other early musicians, God singers stories of more recent bhakta-s and musicians, music as God laboratory, 77

78 inviting God to sing through you, chanting AUM with tambura tape. AUM meditations, braiding the two strands of Bhakti (devotion) and Svara (essence of tone), field trips to devotional singing groups or concerts of Indian or Western music, journaling, that is relating experiences of readings, chanting AUM, field trips etc. HDM 5002 Devotional Singing - Bhakti gana Learn to sing a core group of chants, singing for opening the heart; listening in the whole body, expanding voice inwardly, learning basics of accompanying instruments tāla-s, drums, ektara etc., learning leading skills; each student leads the class in a song, learning about and singing in some of the traditions of kīrtan and bhajan, experience deeper chanting practices that the student gets lost in. HDM 5003 Joy of Melody - Raga Singing 2 credits Learn to play tambura, basic singing of melody attunements (raga alapana) in call and response, and feeling the support and trust flowing in this - aalaap means communion and conversation, attuning to individual tones (svara-s), feeling dissonance and consonance in the body, the seven tones (sapta svara) and their names, exploring the use of six interval types, singing songs without text (sargam-s) and songs describing ragas (lakshana geeta-s). HDM 5004 The Joys of Music Training - Scales and Exercises The seven tones (sapta svara) and their names, Bhairav scale (melakarta 15) Śiva's scale for centering and training, learn exercises from Purandara Dasa (15th century) and other systems of training, surprising ourselves as we discover the joy of attuning through scales and exercises, singing exercises medium tempo (to learn), faster (to train) and slower (to meditate), simple mapping of 7 names to 12 tones (7 svara-s to 12 svarasthana-s), Kafi scale (22 - Dorian mode) ancient most and still the broadest scale of Indian music, learn to tune tambura. HDM 5005 Life as Music 2 credits (Available as a Distance-Education course also.) Ordinary life is permeated by sound. Listen, and improvise a life, awake, attuning, improvising in the moment. The theme of this course is choices to be made including a time of day, tempo (laya), melody (raga) and rhythm (tāla) if any. Celestial music needs to be played and heard here - it has been missing for too long, life as music cannot be given, but it can be taken, or stolen, by the student. Elective Courses in Divine Music Student s to select at least one each from the 5200 and 5300 groups. HDM 5105 The Joys of Music Training Svara Jñāna 78

79 Svara Jñāna means the capacity to hear and sing tones (svara-s) accurately. We achieve this through the joys of singing more scales and exercises. Singing the 10 scales (melakarta-s) in the circle of 10 primary scales, introduction to set of 32 scales (center of the 72 melakarta system), introduction to the array of 5 tone scales, explore some 5 tone scales and also some with 5 notes ascending and 7 descending. Basic understanding of harmonium keyboard and scales. HDM 5115 Fundamentals of Tāla 2 credits Learn to count on the hands and to recite simple drum syllables (tabla bol s), learn a few simple steps and recite syllables (bol-s) from Indian dance, learn a few of the fixed patterns (theka-s) of basic rhythmic forms (tāla-s), learn to hear the drums and identify bol-s with tapes and at performances. Experience tempos (laya-s) from slowest to fastest. HDM 5120 Classical Songs and Improvisation 2 credits Modern North Indian chota khayal and a taste of tarana, Older North Indian dhrupad-s of Tansen etc, an introduction to hearing and singing the various steps of improvising, South Indian compositions (kriti-s) TyagaRāja and a taste of Muthuswami Dikshitar. HDM 5125 Instrumental Music 2 credits Class will begin with all students singing, soon they will be invited to bring an instrument they can play in Bb, or they are welcome to continue singing throughout, playing of instrumental compositions (gat-s) Razakhani, Masitkhani, azirkhani etc., beginning to improvise and return to the gat, introduction to string instruments from vina to sitar to violin tunings, design etc., introduction to wind instruments from venu to shahnai to clarinet, harmonium etc. (and the equivalence of keyboards to fingerings of bamboo flutes). HDM 5201 Beginning Singing 2 credits For those who need help getting started in music. Conditionings (saṃskāra-s) that constrict musical capacities do exist in Western culture. This course is designed to introduce you to your own voice through the medium of chanting. In chanting we can build up heat enough to burn up conditionings that may hold us back musically. HDM 5205 Sanskrit Chanting 2 credits Basics of recitation - Brahmin traditions of chanting intonations & mnemonic patterns, chanting of Rgveda and Samaveda for fire ceremony (yagya) - have students help with the performance of a fire cermony. Studying texts and singing the Sanskrit names (namavali-s) of various dieties. HDM 5210 Goddess Flowers - Songs of the Mother 2 credits The mother of the universe has so many forms yet remains always one, songs of the mother from Devi Mahatmya, Ramprasad, Adi Śhankara, Ammachi etc., singing and studying texts and translations from different languages. 79

80 HDM 5215 God Flowers - Songs of Ganesh, Śiva and Murugan 2 credits Songs of Ganesh, remover of obstacles - always the first to be worshipped Songs of Śiva from Śiva Siddhanta, Kashmir Śaivism, Alvars etc., singing and studying texts and translations from different languages. HDM 5220 God Flowers-Songs of the Incarnations of God 2 credits Songs of Viṣhṇu and his incarnations Kriṣhṇa - songs from Mirabai, Surdas, Chaitanya etc., and Rama - Tulsidas, TyagaRāja etc., singing and studying texts and translations from different languages. HDM 5225 God Flowers - Songs of the Unknowable God 2 credits Devotees of God without form (nirguṇa bhakta-s) have also sung beautifully. Songs from Gorakhnath, Farid, Kabir, Nanak, Raidas, Malukdas etc., singing and studying texts and translations from different languages. HDM 5235 God Flowers - New Devotional Singing 2 credits New music from the innumerable new teachers and groups of the 20th century, singing (some in English) and studying texts and translations from different languages. HDM 5250 God Flowers - Improvising in God's Name 2 credits Improvising devotional singing based on a name or a few names of God or a line of a song. Improvisations in call and response opening into group improvisations, gentle critique by the class of each improvisation. HDM 5301 AUM - The Great Mantra 2 credits Chanting AUM, the first and last word of Hinduism, experimenting with AUM meditations from various sources, singing one tone (SA or AUM) with tambura while slowly exploring the whole body, perceiving the three levels of sound manifestation. HDM 5305 Goddess Sarasvati, Mother of Music 2 credits (Available as a Distance Learning course also offered as an intensive in the fall, including date of Sarasvati Pūjā.) Initiation into Sarasvati Mantra, Mythologies, icon and songs of Sarasvati goddess of wisdom, speech, and music, meditate on Sarasvati and write your intuitions of who can Sarasvati be for you - your complete conception of the potentiality of Goddess Sarasvati. HDM 5310 Music from the Heart 2 credits Total immersion - taught as a week-long intensive, connecting heart and voice discovering the heart in devotional and raga singing, three days of Mystic Rose meditation to open our hearts - two two-hour sessions each of laughing, crying 80

81 and sitting with singing before or after, marathons of singing our hearts out in devotional and raga singing. HDM 5315 Remembrance (Zikr) from the Chisti Order 2 credits The Chisti Order of Sufis started in India, and sprang from a blending of musicians and mystics, both Hindu and Islamic. Chanting and movements of Chisti Zikr, carrying us into the one. HDM 5320 Music, Meditation and Silence 2 credits Drinking up the silence when the music has stopped, sound meditations from the Vigyan Bhairav Tantra and other sources, writings and experience of shabda brahma (the word), Nāda brahma (sound is god) and anahata Nāda (the unstruck sound, the sound of one hand clapping), study of Sanskrit texts from scriptures, ancient music treatises and various mystics, Raga experienced as spiritual expansion. HDM 5410 Raga Attunement - Alapana 2 credits Attuning to the whole raga, and learning to create open melody (alapana), experiencing a raga as a crystal of sound, descending from beyond us, emotional expression (rasa) as portrayed in various raga-s, eight watches (prahar-s) of day and night and raga expressions of each- Dawn Bhairav-s, Morning Asavari and Todi, Noon Sarang-s, Afternoon Bhimpalasī & Multani, Dusk Marwa & Śrī, Evening Yaman & Bhopali, Night Malkauns & Darbari Kānada, and Pre-Dawn Lalit. HDM 5415 Raga Attunement -Poetry and Painting 2 credits Meditation poems (Dhyāna-s) of older raga-s, from music theory to iconic descriptions, traditions of raga mala painting and conventions of portraying various raga-s, Raga-s associated into six families - raga-s, their wives (ragini-s), and sons (putra-s), beginning to reviving the traditions of raga poetry and painting by creating new attunements in class, after a deep session of singing alapana in a raga. HDM 5420 Music for Healing 2 credits Understandings the inherent healing powers of mantra and raga, applying these powers to the use of sound in one's own healing process and in relationship and community, Bijmantras for cakra-s and organs. HDM 5450 Music Performance 2 credits Performance as ritual to share being (satsang), combining melody and rhythm in solo and ensemble play, etiquette (adab) of performance, manifesting earthly divine sound. 81

82 HDM 5900 Selected Topics in Indian Music (practical & research) HDM 6900 Independent Study or individualized instruction 1-5 credits Voice, instruments, drums. HDM 7999 Doctoral Thesis Research 30 credits Research work leading to a doctoral project or thesis in Hindu Studies in Indian Music. Possibilities may include, but are not limited to Performance Prepare devotional group or small classical ensemble 1. Seva Design and implement a project to teach children divine music or a project involving healing (divine music therapy) 2. Design and implement a training seminar Write and teach from a training manual in divine music for your instrument design, carry out and present the results of a study and research project in India 3. Written thesis of research a combination of above. Summary of Requirements for the Divine Music Program Coursework and Thesis Options for DIVINE MUSIC PROGRAMS HU Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program (30 credits) HU Doctoral Degree (Fellow Award) (60 credits) HU Core Courses HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5002 HUC 5002 HUC 5003 HUC 5003 Program Core Courses HDM 5001 HDM 5001 HDM 5002 HDM 5002 HDM 5003 HDM 5003 HDM 5004 HDM 5004 HDM 5005 HDM 5005 Electives Options Course-Work option Thesis option Selection of elective courses () Thesis or additional electives (6 credits) Selection of elective courses (9 credits) Thesis (30 credits) 82

83 16 Academic Programs in Sanskrit Studies Sanskrit (Samskrutam, Deva-vani) is the ancient and historical, classical and, spiritual and ritual source language of Hinduism. Without an acquaintance with this language, any studies of the cultural heritage, history and philosophy of Hinduism remains incomplete. Sanskrit is needed for understanding the meaning and significance of the rituals of Hinduism of the present or past, the household or the temple, yoga, Ayur-veda, vedanta or tantra related. Sanskrit is recognized as the most well structured human language with a near perfect grammar for true processing of human communications. Great Grammarian, Pāṇini, is well-known for his highest intellectual endeavors to have formulated the firm foundational grammar for this language to make it unique, systematic and the finest in character. The Sanskrit language is the integrating and binding thread which runs across various facets of Indian culture, philosophy and literary heritage. The observation of Dr. Earl Douglas Mitchell, Rice University aptly summarizes the significance of Sanskrit studies On the scale of a yardstick, Latin is about an inch long; Ancient Greek is about two feet long; Modern English is about twenty feet long, while Sanskrit not measurable on any ruler circumnavigates the globe time after time after time. This Master s Degree or Advanced Diploma Program is designed to help students in learning the essentials of the Sanskrit language to a level needed for independent studies with the help of the tools like grammar, dictionary and the traditional commentaries on source works. The study program covers the following areas a) Historical background of language; b) basic skills of language for reading and writing of Devanāgari Sanskrit script; and c) conventions of grammar, dictionary and literature. Various courses in this program help the student in acquiring skills and reading source works in devanāgari script in a culturally and linguistically appropriate way; b) using the linguistic tools of dictionary, grammar rule books and commentary with a traditional methodology (like anvaya krama) and respective historical teaching traditions and practices; c) prepare for advancing to the technical disciplines; and d) taking up research and translations in specific areas of interest where the source materials are in Sanskrit language. The program provides exposure to the vast selection of source material - general and technical in Sanskrit language, to get acquainted with the diversity and richness of the Hindu traditions. 83

84 16.1 Master s Degree or Advanced Diploma Program requirements Minimum 30 credits The Master s program focuses on the Sanskrit language and literature related studies, and various courses go beyond to the areas of Comparative linguistics, Language technology and Technical Sanskrit studies. 2 University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit 4 Courses in Sanskrit Studies SAN 5001 Pāṇinian Sanskrit SAN 5002 Epic Sanskrit SAN 5003 Creative Sanskrit Composition SAN 5004 Classical Text Study 4 Elective courses OR Two courses and Thesis for 6 credits SAN 5005 Cultural History of Sanskrit literature & criticism SAN 5006 Technical Sanskrit SAN 5007 Comparative linguistics and Language Technology SAN 5008 Sanskrit based Brāhmi languages (Prakrits/ Tamils) SAN 6999 Master s Thesis 3credits 6 credits HUA Diploma in Sanskrit (Twenty-one (21) credits in seven (7) courses) This Diploma Program focuses on the Sanskrit language and literature related studies. Diploma Program requirements (21 credits in seven courses) 2 University Core Courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit 4 Program Courses SAN 5001 Pāṇinian Sanskrit SAN 5002 Epic Sanskrit SAN 5003 Creative Sanskrit Composition SAN 5004 Classical Text study 1 Elective course SAN 5005 Cultural History of Sanskrit literature & criticism SAN 5006 Technical Sanskrit 16.2 Description of the Core Courses in Sanskrit Program SAN 5001 Pāṇinian Sanskrit 84

85 This course provides an introduction to the technicalities of the Pāṇinian Sanskrit grammar and the teaching traditions of dictionaries. The course deliberates on the processing technicalities of the words in the Sanskrit language as per the rules of Pāṇinian grammar for refinement of communication. (Pre-requisite HUC 5003). SAN 5002 Epic Sanskrit This course builds on SAN 5001 and provides an acquaintance with the Sanskrit language as seen in the epics of Rāmayaṇa and Mahābhārata. Texts in similar structure by language and prosody are introduced for study. The tools of language dictionary, grammar, traditional methodology (anvaya karma) are used to understand the source. (Prerequisite SAN 5001) SAN 5003 Creative Sanskrit Composition This course builds on SAN 5002 and provides an acquaintance with the classical Sanskrit literature as seen in the works of Kālidāsa, Bhāsa, Bāṇa and works of Pañchatantra, Subhāṣhitas. Texts of similar structure by language and prosody, used in prayers are introduced for study. The tools of language dictionary, grammar, traditional methodology (anvaya krama) are used to advance the understanding of the source. (Prerequisite SAN 5002) SAN 5004 Classical Text study This course builds on SAN 5002 and SAN It provides an acquaintance with the Sanskrit language as seen in the advanced classical literary works of Sanskrit. Select readings from drama, prose and poetry will be introduced. The tools of language dictionary, grammar, traditional methodology (anvaya karma) are used to understand the source along with the literary analysis of the composition. (Prerequisite SAN 5003) 16.3 Elective Courses in Sanskrit SAN 5005 Cultural History of Sanskrit literature and criticism This course provides a perspective and acquaintance with the history of Sanskrit language, literature and concepts of literary criticism in the period of 700 BCE to 1800 CE. This brings out the important role played by Sanskrit language in molding the Hindu traditions in a historic way. (Prerequisite SAN 5002) SAN 5006 Technical Sanskrit This course deals with the technical application (paribhāṣhā) of Sanskrit in specific disciplines of Ayurveda, yoga, Sāmkhya, tantra, nyaya, Vaiśheṣhika, Mīmāṃsa and Vedic studies. The importance of recognizing the difference between the classical language model of study and the technical discipline model of study in understanding the source documents and providing guidance for 85

86 using the right model methodology in a specific way for future research is the goal of this course. (Prerequisite SAN 5004) SAN 5007 Comparative Linguistics and Language Technology This course provides a comparative study of Sanskrit as a member of the world languages. The interaction of historic nature amongst the languages of India and Asia with Sanskrit are studied in a comparative linguistic perspective. The study of Sanskrit from the modern perspective of language studies using statistical models and computational technologies are deliberated. The language technology part of the course deliberates on how Sanskrit language and literature are being presented in the digital scenario and the web sources from the point of non-roman script model and voice traditions. (Prerequisite SAN The computer operational and programming related skills are needed and will be assessed independently by the instructor before admission to this course.) SAN 5008 Sanskrit based Bramhi languages (Prakrits / Tamils) This is an inter and intra language study of Sanskrit, Sanskrit sourced and Sanskrit influenced languages within the land of Hinduism traditions. The recognition of Sanskrit as a referential language in identifying the drift of the practical languages in the historic and societal usage in various domains of application is the objective of the course. (Prerequisite SAN 5005) SAN 6999 Master s Thesis 6 credits Research work of sufficient merits and originality in a Sanskrit Program related topic leading to Master s Thesis. Summary of Requirements for Sanskrit Programs and Coursework and Thesis Option SANSKRIT PROGRAMS HU Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program (30 credits) HU Diploma (21 credits) HU Core courses HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5003 HUC 5003 Program Core Courses SAN 5001 SAN 5001 SAN 5002 SAN 5002 SAN 5003 SAN 5003 SAN 5004 SAN 5004 Electives Options Course-Work option Thesis option Selection of 4 elective courses (12 credits) 2 elective courses (6 credits) + Thesis (6 credits) Selection of 1 elective course () 86

87 17 Paurohitya Program or Master s of Hindu Divinity Program Based on the input from several of the temples in the country, Hindu University has developed a Paurohitya Program with dual objectives of a) certification of Hindu Priests in North America; and b) offering a priest training program leading to a Master s degree in Paurohitya. Need for and expectations from Priests So far, the priestly needs for Hindu Temples and Hindu communities have been mostly met by bringing qualified priests from India. Some smaller communities meet their needs by someone learning on his/her own the required minimal set of purohitai and providing the services to the community. As more and more non-hindus come in contact with Hindus, many like to know more about the Hindu way of life, and how the lofty philosophies (Tatva Darśhana) are integrated in the daily life through various rituals. A qualified priest should be able to help non-hindus in this quest. As the interfaith dialogues increase, a qualified priest must be able to provide correct perspective of Hindu Darśhana and rituals to the people of other faiths. In order to meet these requirements, priests must be able to converse with the Hindu children growing up in this country at the level, and in the language (lingo) they can understand, and fill the gap which parents may not be able to do. Purohitas must be able to go to a Church (and like institutions) and to schools and talk on the Hindu way of life in a manner the audience can understand. As always, they need to be well versed in Hindu scriptures Key Upaniṣhads, Mahābhārat, Rāmayaṇa, Bhagavad Gītā, some popular Purāṇas, etc. They need to have a working knowledge of Sanskrit, and religious texts in original; to be well versed in the philosophic concepts, and their application in daily life through rituals at home, in the temples, during festivals, through Saṃskāras, etc. Hindu priests need to be well versed in the rituals of Temples, deities, traditions; in Saṃskāras (stages of pre- birth to post-death); in Yagna, Havan etc.; in Katha and Vyakhyaan of Ram ChaṚta Manas, Bhagavad Gītā, BhāgaVātam, Satya Narayan Katha and Bhajans. Also they need to have the ability to articulate in English and in one of the Indian Languages (Hindi, Gujarati or one of the Southern languages) to Hindus, non Hindus and to children. Development of a Priest Certification program is designed to set the standard for Hindu Priests Purohitai in North America. This activity involves development of a minimum criteria for awarding certification to those who already have some background and training from elsewhere; offering of classes for studies / training towards certification program; development of Master s level Program for higher studies in Hindu Divinity; and working with various institutions in India as well as in North America to develop the program. The Master s program in Hindu Divinity is designed to include four groups of 87

88 courses 1. Hindu Tradition Four courses (12 credits) Principles of Hinduism, Basic Hindu Scriptures, Basic Jyotish, Principles and Practices of Yoga Meditation; Sanskrit Two courses (6 credits); 3. General Three courses (9 credits) Public Speaking and Communication Skills; Spiritual Counseling (including social and psychological counseling); and Major World Religions (and community diversities); and 4. Rituals Four courses (12 credits) Saṃskāras, Festivals and Pūjās; Rituals in different Sampradāyas; and Field Practice Master s Degree requirements The Master s degree in Hindu Divinity requires 38 credits. These credit courses in the program are divided in four groups Group A Hindu Tradition These courses are designed to provide a background of Hindu traditions needed to present the Hindu tradition in public and explain about the Hindu tradition, values and concepts to others. 1. HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism 2. HIN 5001 Basic Hindu Scriptures 3. JYO 5001 Basic Jyotiṣh 4. YPM 5003 Yoga Philosophy & Meditation Group B Sanskrit These are designed to provide adequate Sanskrit language background needed to perform pūjā and Saṃskāras in clearly spoken Sanskrit with reasonably decent Sanskrit pronunciation; and to be able to relate the meaning of the verses to the original source materials and Sanskrit texts. 1. HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit 2. SAN 5002 Sanskrit II Group C General Background needed for being the spokesperson of Hindu tradition, and to be able to perform basic counseling services. It includes 1. Public Speaking and Communication Skills 2. Spiritual Counseling (including social and psychological counseling, law of the land and the community) 3. Major World Religions Group D Rituals To train individuals to perform pūjās and Saṃskāras, and explain the rituals and symbolism. The specialization areas here relate to the various requirements such as temple worship (Āgama style); marriage; post life ceremonies; annual ceremonies obsequies; festivities; special havans and rituals; Satyanārayaṇa pūjā; naming ceremony, and house warming ceremony. This group of courses includes 1. Saṃskāras 2. Festivals and Pūjās 88

89 3. Rituals in different Sampradāyas 4. Field Practice. Enrollment in Paurohitya Program Like other Master s programs at HUA, admission requirements include a Bachelor s degree with 6 credits of course work in Religion/Philosophy or related areas. However, this program is open to individuals who have obtained priest training in India, or elsewhere as a part of Hindu Sampradāyas. If they have a Bachelor s degree, they are admitted to the Master s degree program; otherwise they are admitted to Advanced Diploma in Hindu Divinity program. Depending upon the background of individuals, they may be accorded an advanced standing for some of the courses listed here, and need to complete only the remaining courses. HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism An overview of Hinduism Perspectives of analysis and presentation in its name, meaning, characteristics; Hinduism source works overview of basic Hindu scriptures; select reading from source scriptures like Veda s, Upaniṣhads, Epics, Smṛiti s, Bhagavad-Gītā, Purāṇas, Dharma-Śhāstras; life styles, profession and progression (Varṇa-Āśhrama Dharma, Jāti, Puruṣhārtha), rights and obligations (Dharma, Karma, Ṛiṇa, Pāpa, Puṇya, Svarga, Naraka), God, Demigods and incarnations (Avtāras); spirituality practices through four yoga paths Jñāna, Karma, Bhakti & Rāja; religious traditions inspired by Vedic practices Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism, subaltern religions; overview of major Hindu philosophical and faith traditions (six darśhanas, Āstika-Nāstika matas), Karma theory providing a vision beyond one unit of life-death cycle, one sacred book; concept of Yajña- Dāna-Tapas, Hindu scientific traditions, cultural and literary heritage. HIN 5001 Basic Hindu Scriptures Categorization of basic Hindu scriptures by time line, gradation of primary and secondary authority, languages, authorship, highlighted tradition of philosophy, yoga, tantra and life style. Structure and material presentation in different basic scriptures diversity in the Veda, Upaniṣhads, sūtras, Gītā, epics, Smṛiti s and Śhāstras. Traditions of faith and philosophy in relation to the basic scriptures readings of select textual portions from basic scriptures and linking it with the principles, practices, ethics and contemporary relevance in relation to specific issues like spirituality, religious identity, rituals, family norms, ethical values, health, profession, education and entertainment. Selections recommended from the following Veda s (Śhanti mantras, Puruṣha sūkta, Śrī sūkta, Bhāgya sūkta,hiraṇya garbha sūkta, devi sūkta, Rudra Praśhṇa) Upaniṣhads (major Upaniṣhads and Yoga Upaniṣhads), Rāmayaṇa, Mahābhārata, Dharma sūtras, Gruhya sūtras, Vedāṇgas, Ayurveda, Yoga sūtras, Bhagavad Gītā, Dhammapada, Jaina sources, Adi granth, Tulsi Rāmayaṇa, BhāgaVāta, Manu smṛiti, commentaries by masters, prayers in Hindu traditions and worship. 89

90 JYO 5001 Basic Jyotiṣh 2 credits Traditional Hindu astrological topics such as History, theory and relevance of Vedic Astrology, value and purpose of Astrology, Astrology and Karma theory, Astrology and Psychology, the solar system, planetary motions, the north and the south nodes, comet, shadow planets, asterisms, ecliptic, eclipses, equator, longitude and latitude, sidereal and tropical zodiacs, the lunar, solar and lunisolar year, Almanac or the Vedic Pañchanga. Astronomical terminology, time measures, making of charts, casting of horoscopes by modern and traditional methods, impact of the nine planets on human beings, determination, fixing of auspicious and important events, calculation of Praśhṇa chart and its general uses. YPM 5003 Yoga Philosophy and Meditation Understanding of Patañjali's Yoga Darśhana; Yoga as psychology; suffering, and Yoga as release from suffering; tradition of meditation in India; theories of Puruṣha and Prakṛiti; three Guṇas; eight-fold path leading to Samādhi; relevance of Yoga for modern life. HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit Philosophy of Sanskrit language, order of alphabets, devanāgari character design, Śiva sūtras, Śhikṣhā-Śhāstra, voicing and scripting devanāgari Sanskrit, linguistically and culturally elegant reading, writing and apprehending of devanāgari Sanskrit script in transliteration and digital media. History of Sanskrit language grammars, dictionaries and learning methods (traditional and modern), transliteration issues, diacritical marks, distinction between classical Sanskrit and Vedic Sanskrit; computers and Sanskrit (software, programming), modern linguistics and Sanskrit, importance and contemporary relevance of Sanskrit studies. Basic grammar covering nature of Sanskrit word, usage of English Sanskrit dictionary, noun and verb conjugations, metrical structures in prayers/mantras (used in temples and for chanting), introduction to euphonic combinations (Sandhi- rules), introduction to some of the basic declensional patterns of nouns, pronouns, adjectives, numbers, including gender, number, case-endings, the conjugational patterns of verbs (present, past and aorist), indeclinable words, prefixes, suffixes, formation of feminine bases, compounds, active and passive participles, voices, word-order, simple sentence formation and translation from Sanskrit to English and vice versa, (all with exercises), select readings from good sayings (subhāṣhitas) and classical works (like Rāmayaṇa, Mahābhārata, Kālidāsa s works, Pañchatantra), simple conversation in Sanskrit; daily prayers in Sanskrit; enactment of daily life situations using Sanskrit vocabulary by participants, amusement-learning games using Sanskrit, story building with pictures in Sanskrit; a program in Sanskrit designed, enacted and composed by 90

91 participants at the end of the course (for intensives). SAN 5001 Pāṇinian Sanskrit This course provides an introduction to the technicalities of the Pāṇinian Sanskrit grammar and the teaching traditions of dictionaries. The course deliberates on the processing technicalities of the words in the Sanskrit language as per the rules of Pāṇinian grammar for refinement of communication. (Pre-requisite HUC 5003). Group C HDN 5001 Public Speaking and Communication Skills This course is meant to provide the necessary training and language skills related to public speaking and communication in English and the appropriate vocabulary to meet the needs of the priest as a cultural ambassador of Hinduism in diverse forms and at the practical ritual sessions. HDN 5002 Spiritual Counseling This course includes social and psychological counseling, law of the land and the community. This is a specialized training for imparting the skills needed for the priests to function as spiritual counselors in the society and for meeting the specific needs of the individuals and families in special circumstances. The priest is trained to function as a first-call person in the matters of advice wherein the spiritual and religious issues are of significance in providing the needed comfort, care and solace. HDN 5003 World Major Religions This course is designed to provide an acquaintance with the world major religions beyond Hinduism, their perspectives and practices. The historical, theological and practical perspectives of the major world religions such as Buddhism, Jainism, Christianity, Zoroastrianism, Judaism, and Islam for the purpose of comparison with Hindu traditions and comparative understanding are covered in this course. GROUP D HDN 5101 Saṃskāras All the courses in this group are practical, tradition specific training under the guidance of the qualified instructors in traditional s y s t e m s. The s p e c i f i c requirements of the training would be decided by the instructors depending upon the student s abilities. The major Hindu saṃskāras as per the select traditions (Sampradāyas) are discussed in theory and practice. HDN 5102 Festivals and Pūjās The major Hindu festivals and pūjās as per the select traditions (Sampradāyas) discussed in theory and practice. HDN 5103 Rituals in Different sects (Sampradāyas) 91

92 Major Hindu Rituals in different traditions (Sampradāyas) as per the select specializations are discussed in depth of theory and practice to bring out the similarities and differences in various sects of Hindu traditions. HDN 5104 Field Practice The field practice involves actual apprenticeship in an operating temple. The practice includes the major Hindu Saṃskāras, Festivals and Pūjās, Rituals in different traditions (Sampradāyas), in their aspects of practical observance in the contemporary society. This is an integration of the theory and the practical components of the entire course for societal application. Summary of Requirements for Paurohitya Program for Coursework and Thesis Option PAUROHITYA PROGRAM HU Master s Degree (or Advanced Diploma) Program (38 credits) HU Core Courses HUC 5001 HUC 5003 Program Core Courses HIN 5001 HDN 5001 HDN 5002 HDN 5003 HDN 5101 HDN 5102 HDN 5103 Rituals in Different Sects HDN 5104 Field Practice YPM 5003 JYO 5001 SAN 5002 Electives Options Course-Work option Thesis option N/A N/A 92

93 18 Academic Programs in Sri Aurobindo Studies Sri Aurobindo ( ) is recognized as one of India s greatest spiritual figures, who with a vast realization of the ancient truths boldly reached out towards a greater spiritual future for humanity. This degree program is designed to give the learner a broad and deep understanding of Sri Aurobindo s philosophical thought and spiritual practice, which add a new dimension to Hindu thought. It is offered jointly by the Sri Aurobindo Centre for Advanced Research (SACAR), Puducherry, India and Hindu University of America Master s Degree Program Requirements The Master s Degree in Sri Aurobindo Studies requires 30 credits in course work and 6 credits in Master s Thesis work. The courses for this program include 3 Core Courses (to be completed with HUA) HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit HUC 5004 Research Methodology Elective courses available for this program include the following Two out of the group of the following six HUA academic electives HIN Basic Hindu Scriptures HIN Universal Themes in Hinduism HIN Historical Development of Hinduism HIN Message of Srimad Bhagavad Gita HNP Vedic Philosophy HNP Philosophy of the Upanishads Five out of the group of the following twelve SACAR academic electives 1. Philosophy of Evolution of Consciousness 2. Psychology of Yoga 3. Education for Inner Growth 4. Emergence of Inner Being 5. Foundations of Indian Culture 6. Mahavakyas of the Upanishads 7. Psychological Approach to Bhagavad Gita 8. Rhythm of Social Development 9. Towards Human Unity 10. Poetry of the Future 11. Next Step in Human Evolution 12. Hierarchy of Consciousness 13. Integral Personality Development 93

94 14. Principles of Integral Management 15. Science of Living The most important part of this program is Mentored Research leading to a Master s Thesis (6 Credits) 18.2 Doctoral Degree Program in Sri Aurobindo Studies Requirements Minimum academic requirement for this doctoral degree include 36 academic credits in course work and another minimum 30 academic credits in doctoral thesis work. All of the course credits for HUA Master s Degree are directly applicable to the doctoral program 2 Core Courses 6 credits as above Electives 27 credits as above Research Methodology Course Doctoral Thesis 30 credits Please note that the academic credits for courses completed for master s degree (not the master s thesis) are also counted towards completing the requirements for doctoral degree. Although it is not a basic requirement, students are encouraged to complete master s degree requirements before the doctoral thesis work is taken up. Candidates for the doctoral degree need to go through three examinations related to doctoral research 1. Doctoral Qualifying Examination to be completed before the candidate is registered for doctoral thesis credit; 2. Comprehensive Examination when the candidate is about half-way through in thesis research work; and 3. Final Thesis Examination after the thesis research is completed and the thesis is formally submitted to HUA. 94

95 Summary of Requirements for the Sri Aurobindo Studies for Coursework and Thesis SRI AUROBINDO STUDIES PROGRAM HU Master s Degree Program (36 credits) HU Doctoral Degree Program (66 credits) HU Core Courses HUC 5001 HUC 5001 HUC 5003 HUC 5003 HUC 5004 HUC 5004 Electives 2 out of 6 HU courses (6 credits) Total (27 credits) Thesis 5 out of 12 SACAR courses (15 credits) Master s Thesis (6 credits) Doctoral Thesis (30 credits) 95

96 19 Research at HUA There are three integrated facets of research at HUA. Research leading to a Master s and Doctoral thesis, sponsored research projects, and the research projects conducted in collaboration with other institutions. HUA is working towards growth of research groups in certain key areas. All faculty members are encouraged to get involved in research activities and are expected to spend a considerable part of their total effort in research. HUA is also working towards research affiliations with several other institutions. Research activities are closely linked with teaching activities. Research collaborations between Ayurveda and other medical systems are being established. Research areas span over all the academic programs of HUA and related areas. Research Directions There are two major directions recommended for research at HUA 1. Applications of Hindu spiritual heritage to everyday life today; and 2. Presentation of scriptures and accumulated spiritual wisdom in the 21st century language/format. The first one includes applications of yoga and Ayurveda in improving physical, mental, and spiritual health; spiritual counseling; personal, family and society development (integrated); Ethics Business, Biosciences, and Environmental. The emphasis is on what Hinduism has to offer, and finding/developing methods & techniques which can be used by an average person in modern society. For example effect of yoga in improving educational methods and quality; teachings of Bhagavat Gītā (or Mahābhārata) in management of business and public and private institutions; etc. The second major research direction includes efforts aimed at presentation of scriptures and accumulated spiritual wisdom in the 21st century language/format. Here emphasis is on how we can make it easier for an average person to understand, appreciate, assimilate and use the wisdom contained in Hindu scripture and the tradition in general. Research topics in this direction include Pedagogy of spiritual education; and use of technology for spiritualgrowth education. Language Technology Center LTC research is focused on exploration of the science and spirituality of human languages for technology applications. The research is inspired by the vedic sanskrit language tradition. Based on this, LTC work is directed on development of a new technology approach called SAMSKṚTAM; the acronym stands for Speech Activated, Multimodal Synthesized, Knowledge Representation for Information Technology- Application- Modalities. This is a plan for natural communications interface which seamlessly integrates humans, machines, computing devices and networks in a pervasive computing environment. The 96

97 Research involves the development of upgrades for the current technology and standards founded on voice-less font and smart-font to the next level of intelligent font. The intelligent font is a font with special interfaced design, having an integration of sound (phoneme) and language attribute with the visual character symbol (grapheme) of the language. This will allow the use of human communication paradigm for the design of the computing devices. Around the world there are about 6000 languages and 1200 scripts according to a survey. A fair share of these languages do not get represented in the digital space and technology applications due to the current limitations of technology centered around roman alphabet character and English like programming languages. One global survey indicates that compared to a roman script user population of 508 million, there are at least three times larger non-roman script languages users. LTC addresses the needs of these groups in the digital space from a non-roman script perspective. LTC research is expected to bring new solutions and benefit in the following areas Speech-to-Text Multilingual digital dictation solutions; Text-to-Speech Multilingual script Document reader solutions; Hybrid Digital libraries Digital documents having multilingual multimedia content which may be accessed in multimodal way in the future digital libraries. Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Intelligent interfacing of human communications through natural voice and language. Research Projects Some of the current and proposed research projects include 1. Research in methodology to convey the message of Hindu scriptures - pedagogy of spiritual education. This research is very relevant to the key mission of the University, and the outcome of this research will be integrated in the functioning of the University. 2. Research related to the integration of spiritual education with the traditional education in all disciplines. 3. Hindu rituals/symbolism and adoption of Hindu rituals in current social environments in different parts of the world. 4. Interpretation of Mantras and presentation of Hindu scriptures in a language appreciated by youth in the current age. 5. Research in Sanskrit language based computer applications. 6. Research in putting ancient Hindu Sciences in proper perspective. 7. Research in modes of acquiring knowledge, para-psychological, extra-sensory, role of intuition. 8. Research in Hindu psychology. 9. Spiritual Linguistics Vak Yoga. This includes application of sacred sound-structures for spiritual progress, and is a cross-discipline study of world major religious traditions and healing practices. 10. Classical language of Hindu traditions Sanskrit, Prakrits, and Tamils. 11. Use of concept-mapping as a tool for learning spiritual topics. 97

98 12. Spiritual & philosophical counseling based on Hindu traditions. 13. Consciousness studies including relationship between matter, mind and consciousness. 14. Applications of Hindu philosophical thoughts in management. Recent Research Theses at HUA A. Doctoral Thesis in Sri Aurobindo Studies 1. Sri Aurobindo s Conceptualization of the Impulsion for Knowledge and Mastery Considered as a Theory of Motivation (Martha S. G. Orton ) B. Doctoral Theses in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation 1. The Concept of Yogsch Citta Vritti Nirodha (Cession of Movements of Mind is Yoga) and its place in Yoga Theraphy (Om Baweja - ) 2. Effect of Integrated Approach of Yoga Therapy (IAYT) for Essential Arterial Hypertension (Abhijit Ghosh 2008) 3. Effect of Integrated Approach of Yoga Therapy on Patients with Mental - Disorders (Sushil S. Khemka 2008) 4. Effect of Integrated Approach of Yoga Therapy for Low Back Pain (Balaram Pradhan 2008) 5. Effect of Integrated Approach of Yoga Theraphy for Bronchial Asthma (Natesh Babu 2008) 6. Effect of Integrated Approach of Yoga Therapy on Obesity (Itagi Ravi Kumar 2008) 7. Effect of Integrated Yoga in Diabetes Mellitus (Satyapriya Maharana 2008) 8. Spectral Analysis of Vedic Mantras and their Application in Agriculture(Heisnam Jina Devi ) 9. Right Action Key to Liberation and a Part of All Paths in the BhagavadGītā (Mona Khaitan ) C. Master s Theses in Jyotish 1. Master Painters in the Dutch Golden Age (Jan Willem van Doorn 2005) 2. Distinguishing Learning Disabilities from Learning Problems using Jyotish Karakas (Jessica Sayles 2003) D. Master s Theses in Yoga Education 1. Effects of Meditation on Students of Higher Secondary School (Sunil Agrawal 2011) 2. Yoga and Naturopathy on the Diseases of the Digestive System (Jagdish Joshi 2011) 3. Importance of Yoga Practices for Children Growing Up in the Modern Life Style (Manjula Agrawal 2011) 4. Samadhi-Pada of Patanjali Yoga Sutra and Unusual Effects of 98

99 Prana-Shakti (Radheshyam Prajapti 2010) E. Master s Theses in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation 1. A Study of Pranic Kriyas Effects on Heart and Blood Circulation in Human Body. Related to Abnormal Blood Pressure (High/Low) (Om Baweja). 2. Concept of Vastu And Pyramid In Scriptures & Effect of Rectangle, Square Pyramidal And Octagonal Pyramidal Shapes on Milk Sample - A Control Study (Itagi Ravi Kumar ) 3. Concept of Mantra, Its Corresponding Qualities & Spectral Analysis of the Vedic Mantra Omkara (Heisnam Jina Devi 2003) 4. Concepts and Types of Meditation in the Texts of Yoga & Spiritual Lore; & Metabolic Changes During Cyclic Meditation and SavĀsana (Sushilkumar Khemka 2003) 5. Concept and Name of Āsanas in Text of Yoga and Spiritual Lore; & Energy Expenditure during PadahastĀsana A Yogic standing forward bending posture (Balaram Pradhan 2003) 6. Concept of Kuṇcalini According to Texts of Yoga and Spiritual Lore; & an Overview of the Efficacy of Iayt for Lifestyle Related Common Ailments Admitted to Arogyadhama (Natesh Babu 2003) 7. Modern and Ancient Concepts of Diet & Nutrition; & Nostril Dominance in Normal Volunteers before and after Integrated Yoga Practices (Rishipal Dahiya 2003) 8. Effects of Yantra and Corresponding qualities; & Effects of Yoga training on Mirror star tracing (Abhijit Ghosh 2003) 9. Concept of Cakras and Corresponding Qualities; & Effect of Vedic Chanting on Lung Functions (Sonyabapu B. Borotikar 2003) 10. Concept of Health Disease and Treatment in Text of Yoga And Spiritual Lore, & Effect of Iayt on Nostril Dominance in ChronicMusculoskeletal Pain A Control Study (Sushreeta S. Tarte 2003) 11. Yoga, Conception and Childbirth; & Immediate Effect of Three Prāṇāyāmas on Performance in Cancellation Task (Satyapriya Maharana 2003) 12. Concept of Brain and Mind in the Texts of Yoga and Spiritual Lore & Effect of Yoga on the Ability to Reduce Pulse Rate Voluntarily (Meesha Joshi 2003) 13. Study on Concept of Prāṇa in the Texts of Yoga and Spiritual Lore; & Oxygen Consumption and Metabolic Changes During Om Meditation (Lokesha Hutchappa 2003) 14. Study on Concept of Prāṇa in the Texts of Yoga and Spiritual Lore; & Oxygen Consumption and Metabolic Changes During Om Meditation (Lokesha Hutchappa 2003) 15. Concepts Kriyās in texts of Yoga and Spiritual Lore; & Metabolic Changes during Ardharkati ChakrĀsana from Left Side (Sanahal Sharma Phurailatpam 2003) 99

100 20 HUA Extension Centers Hindu University of America has provisions for establishing its units Campuses and Extension Centers at several places. Such units may be authorized to operate one or more of HUA programs, admit students and conduct instructional and research activities as a part of HUA. An Extension Center could be operated by an existing institution with a mission aligned with the goals of HUA. HUA Extension Center is a locally managed education center governed by Hindu University of America, complying with local, state and federal laws. Mission, aims and programs are in accordance with those of HUA, with a considerable degree of freedom to meet local needs HUA Extension Centers At present, HUA has an Extension Center operating in Bangalore, India. This center is operated by Vivekananda Yoga Anusandhan Sansthan (Research Foundation) (VYASA). This Center conducts classes and research activities for HUA Master s and Doctoral Programs in Yoga Philosophy and Meditation. http//svyasa.edu.in HUA has an Extension Center in Indore, India. This center is operated by Paramanand Institute. HUA awards Master s and Doctoral degrees in association with Paramanand HUA Affiliations with other Institutions HUA has collaborative relationships with several other institutions with the objective of encouraging joint instructional and research activities related to topics and programs of mutual interest. Most of these are operated through a joint Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). USA American College of Vedic Astrology (ACVA), Sedona, AZ HUA has collaboration with ACVA for its Master s program in Hindu/Vedic Astrology. Persons completing Level 1 and Level 2 Certificate programs of ACVA may get academic credit (at HUA) for the courses done there, and by successfully doing some additional courses, thesis work and other academic requirements earn HUA s Master s Degree in Jyotish. Information about ACVA is available at Amrit Yoga Institute (AYI), Salt Springs, FL Hindu University of America (HUA) has a joint program for training certified teachers of Yoga with Amrit Yoga Foundation (AYF). HUA awards a Master s Degree (for individuals holding 100

101 Bachelor s Degree) or Advanced Diploma to persons successfully completing AYI Level 1 and Level 2 programs, and additional HUA requirements that include the two university courses HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism and HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit. Details about Amrit Yoga Institute are available at Kerala Ayurvedic Academy (KAA), Fremont, CA HUA has a memorandum with Ayurvedic Academy (KAA) and recognizes their Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner (CAP) and Applied Ayurvedic Practitioner (AAP) programs for credits towards HUA s Master s Degree or Advanced Diploma program in Ayurvedic Sciences. Detailed information about KAA is available at http// California College of Ayurveda (CCA), Grass Valley, CA HUA accepts credits in Ayurveda from CCA towards the award of a Master s Degree or Advanced Diploma program in Ayurvedic Sciences. Vastu Green Building Institute (VGBI), Fairfield, IA HUA will award Certificate and/or Diploma for only approved programs of study to students of VGBI who successfully complete the HUA approved programs. Vishwa Hindu Parishad of America (World Hindu Council of America), HUA will develop and offer academic programs and training leading to the award of Certificate or Diploma or Degree in the Hindu Divinity Programs (HDP)/Chaplaincy/ Paurohitya programs. Yoga Bharati, San Jose, CA Implementation of Advanced Diploma in Yoga Wellness (ADYW), a course provided by Yoga Bharati as an Affiliation Center of HUA. http//yogabharati.org India Indian Council for Astrological Sciences (ICAS) - Delhi, India http// Sri Aurobindo Center for Advanced Research (SACAR), Pondicherry, India HUA will give appropriate credit for instruction and training by SACAR towards the HUA Degrees of Master or Doctor of Sri Aurobindo Studies. http//sacar.in 101

102 Ayurved Sankul, Gujarat, India HUA will be involved in Certificate and Diploma courses for Ayurved Health Workers and will work with Sankul for practical training for students. http// International Center for Cultural Studies (ICCS Pune), Nagpur, India HUA will award Certificate and/or Diploma for only approved programs of study, training and research to students of ICCS-Pune who successfully complete the HUA approved programs. http// Dev Sanskriti Vishwa Vidyalay (DSVV), Hardwar, India HUA will help in developing teaching aides and didactic materials in Vedic Studies, Yoga, Ayurveda and Alternative Therapies. Support will be extended in conducting mutual training and modular programs. http// Atharva Life Sciences, Gujarat, India HUA will give equivalent HU credits and instruction and training by ALSARF towards the Degree of Master of Ayurveda, HU Diploma in Ayurveda and HU Advanced Diploma in Ayurveda. http// Jyotirmay Institute of Learning and Research (Jilar), Ahmedabad, India Jilar and HUA will develop, expand and offer a joint program leading to the award of HUA s Certificate and Diploma and Master and Doctoral degree. Other International Locations The Ramakrishna Centre of South Africa (RCSA), South Africa HUA will award a Certificate and/or Diploma for approved programs of study, training and research for students of RCSA who successfully complete the HUA approved programs. http// Hindu Hub (Hindu Business Network and World Institute for Hinduism (WISH), Singapore HUA will offer help in developing teaching aids and didactic materials in the context of joint academic courses. http// 102

103 21 Index of Courses AYS 5001 Śharīra Vigyan: Ayurvedic Perspective of the Human Body AYS 5002 Nidan-Ayurvedic: Diagnosis; Constitutional Exam AYS 5003 Vanaspati Śhāstra: Medicinal Herbs and Herbal Therapy AYS 5004 Chikitsa - Treatment: Diet and other Therapeutic Approaches AYS 5005 Specialized Therapies: Subtle Healing Modalities of Ayurveda AYS 5006 Stri Vigyan: Ayurvedic Perspective of Gynecology, Obstetrics, and Surgery AYS 6999 Thesis AYS 7001 Practice Experience GIT 5001 Gītā Studies-I GIT 5002 Gītā Studies -II GIT 5003 Gītā Chanting GIT 5004 Gītā project HDM 5001 The Path of Music HDM 5002 Devotional Singing - Bhakti gāna HDM 5003 Joy of Melody - Raga Singing HDM 5004 The Joys of Music Training - Scales and Exercises HDM 5005 Life as Music HDM 5105 The Joys of Music Training Svara Jñāna HDM 5115 Fundamentals of Tāla HDM 5120 Classical Songs and Improvisation HDM 5125 Instrumental Music HDM 5201 Beginning Singing HDM 5205 Sanskrit Chanting HDM 5210 Goddess Flowers - Songs of the Mother HDM 5215 God Flowers - Songs of Ganesh, Śiva and Murugan HDM 5220 God Flowers-Songs of the Incarnations of God HDM 5225 God Flowers - Songs of the Unknowable God HDM 5235 God Flowers - New Devotional Singing HDM 5250 God Flowers - Improvising in God's Name HDM 5301 AUM - The Great Mantra HDM 5305 Goddess Sarasvati, Mother of Music HDM 5310 Music from the Heart HDM 5315 Remembrance (Zikr) from the Chisti Order HDM 5320 Music, Meditation and Silence HDM 5410 Raga Attunement - Alapana HDM 5415 Raga Attunement -Poetry and Painting HDM 5420 Music for Healing HDM 5450 Music Performance HDM 5900 Selected Topics in Indian Music (practical & research) HDM 6900 Independent Study or individualized instruction 103

104 HDM 7999 Doctoral Thesis Research HDN 5001 Public Speaking and Communication Skills HDN 5002 Spiritual Counseling HDN 5003 World Major Religions HDN 5102 Festivals and Pūjās HDN 5103 Rituals in Different sects (Sampradāyas) HDN 5104 Field Practice HIN 5001 Basic Hindu Scriptures HIN 5002 Universal Teachings of Hinduism HIN 5003 Historical Development of Hinduism HIN 5101 Hindu Law Books HIN 5102 Hindu Historical Epics HIN 5103 Purāṇas HIN 5104 Message of Śrīmad Bhagavad-Gītā HIN 5201 Śaivism HIN 5202 Vaiṣṇaivism HIN 5301 Jainism HIN 5302 Buddhism: Buddha Dharma A Practical Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism HIN 5303 Early Buddhism HIN 5304 Later Buddhism HIN 5311 Sikhism HIN 5401 Hindu Medieval NirGuṇa Mysticism HIN 5402 Hindu Religious Sects HIN 5403 Śhankara and Hindu Renaissance HIN 5404 Contemporary Hinduism HIN 5501 Places of Hindu Pilgrimage HIN 5502 Hindu Temples and Architecture HIN 5503 Hindu Religious Art, Dance, Music HIN 5504 Hinduism Religion and Literature HIN 5505 Hindu Festivals HIN 5506 Hindu Rituals and Saṃskāras HIN 5601 Hinduism in North America HIN 5602 Hinduism around the World HIN 5900 Independent Study 1 HIN 6100 Selected Topics in Hinduism HIN 6101 Katha Upanishad HIN 6900 Independent Study 2 HIN 6999 Master s Thesis HIN 7999 Doctoral Thesis Research HNP 5001 Vedic Philosophy HNP 5002 Philosophy of the Upaniṣhads HNP 5003 Philosophy of Śrīmad Bhagavad Gītā HNP 5004 Introduction to Vedanta HNP 5101 Hindu Law Books 104

105 HNP 5102 Hindu Historical Epics HNP 5103 Puranas HNP 5201 Saivism HNP 5202 Vaiṣṇaivism HNP 5401 Hindu Medieval NirGuṇa Mysticism HNP 5501 Katha Upanishad HNP 5602 Tantrism HNP 5701 Contemporary Hindu Philosophers HNP 5801 Nyāya and Vaiśheṣhika HNP 5802 Sāmkhya and Yoga HNP 5803 Purva Mīmāṃsa and Uttara Mīmāṃsa HNP 6101 Selected Topics in Hindu Philosophies HNP 6900 Independent Study 2 HNP 6999 Master s Thesis Research HNP 7999 Doctoral Thesis Research HUC 5001 Principles of Hinduism HUC 5002 Practices of Hinduism HUC 5003 Basic Sanskrit JYO 5001 Basic Jyotiṣh JYO 5101 General Astrology & Astronomy JYO 5102 Mathematical and Predictive Astrology JYO 5201 Birth Time Rectification, Yoga and Transits JYO 5202 Delineation of Charts, Vimśhottari Daśhā JYO 5203 Annual Horoscopy or Tajik System JYO 5204 Calculation and Effects of Six Types of Planetary Strengths (Shad-Bala) JYO 5205 Divisional Charts JYO 5301 Aṣhtakvarga and Judgement of Bhāva s JYO 5302 Horary (Praśhṇa) JYO 5303 Jaimini Astrology JYO 5401 Medical Astrology JYO 5402 Timing of Marriage, Muhūrta & Match Making JYO 5403 Astro Meteorology and Mundane Astrology JYO 6001 Intensive Seminar I JYO 6002 Intensive Seminar II JYO 6999 Master s Thesis SAN 5001 Pāṇinian Sanskrit SAN 5002 Epic Sanskrit SAN 5003 Creative Sanskrit Composition SAN 5004 Classical Text Study SAN 5005 Cultural History of Sanskrit literature & criticism SAN 5006 Technical Sanskrit SAN 5007 Comparative linguistics and Language Technology SAN 5008 Sanskrit based Brāhmi languages (Prakrits/ Tamils) SAN 6999 Master s Thesis 105

106 YED 5001 (Alternate): Classical Yoga Theory YED 5001 Patañjali's Yoga Darśhana YED 5002 (Alternate): An Innovated Yoga YED 5002 Yoga Philosophy & Meditation YED 5003 (Alternate): Hath Yoga-I YED 5003 Introductory Haṭha Yoga YED 5004 (Alternate): Hath Yoga-2 YED 5004 Intermediate Haṭha Yoga YED 5005 Advanced Haṭha Yoga YED 5006 Yoga Physiology YED 5101 Prāṇāyāma YED 5104 Message of Srimad Bhagavad Gītā YED 5201 Mind Body Relationship YED 5301 Yoga Therapy YED 5302 Yoga and Longevity YED 5303 Introduction to Ayurveda YED 5401 Advanced Classical Yoga Theory YED 5402 Advanced Classical Yoga Theory II YED 5403 Advanced Classical Yoga Theory III YED 5501 Practice of Advanced Techniques I YED 5502 Practice of Advanced Techniques II YED 5900 Independent Study YED 6101 Selected Topics in Yoga Education YED 6201 Dissertation YED 6301 Dissertation YPM 5001 Patañjali's Yoga Darśhana YPM 5002 Kapila's Sāmkhya Darśhana YPM 5003 Yoga Philosophy & Meditation YPM 5101 Ancient Yogis and Their Teachings YPM 5102 Medieval Yogis and Their Teachings YPM 5103 Modern Yogis and Their Teachings YPM 5104 Message of Srimad Bhagavad Gītā YPM 5201 Four Paths of Yoga YPM 5202 Relevance of Yoga in Modern Times YPM 5203 Spiritual Linguistics YPM 5301 Yoga and Other Indian Philosophies YPM 5302 Yoga and Buddhist Meditation YPM 5303 Yoga and Sufi Meditation YPM 5401 Yoga and Tantric Meditation YPM 5501 Principles and Practice of Haṭha Yoga YPM 5900 Independent Study 1 YPM 6101 Selected Topics in Yoga Philosophy & Meditation YPM 6900 Independent Study 2 106

107 YPM 6999 Master s Thesis Research YPM 7999 Doctoral Thesis Research 107